Are you a passionate curriculum leader who believes every student can learn and thrive when provided with high-quality, engaging and differentiated learning opportunities?

Coomera State Special School are seeking applications for the temporary position of Head of Department - Curriculum.

The Head of Department - Curriculum will be passionate about driving a collaborative culture of learning and supporting teachers and support staff to best meet the needs of our students, through a culture of collegial engagement and feedback.

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and help shape the future of learning for our students, we encourage you to apply.

Job details

About the Department of Education:

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

Who We Are:

Coomera State Special School is seeking two dynamic and relational leaders to join our leadership team as Acting Heads of Department - Curriculum. These positions provide an exciting opportunity to lead curriculum improvement across a rapidly growing Prep to Year 12 special school that is recognised for its innovative practice, strong culture and unwavering commitment to student success.

At Coomera State Special School, our purpose is Shining the Light on Potential.

We are driven by our values of Best in Class, Everyone Matters, Kindness Always and Seriously Playful, and are committed to ensuring every student has access to high-quality teaching and learning through the Australian Curriculum.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

We are looking for leaders who are strategic thinkers, strong relationship builders and passionate advocates for students with disability.

Experience leading curriculum implementation, supporting teacher development and driving school improvement initiatives will be highly regarded.

As a member of our leadership team, you will work alongside highly skilled educators to:

• Lead curriculum implementation and improvement across a P-12 special school setting.
• Build teacher capability through coaching, collaborative planning and feedback.
• Drive evidence-informed practice through data literacy and analysis.
• Support the implementation of our signature pedagogies: Comprehensive Literacy, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), and Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL).
• Contribute to a culture of high expectations, innovation and continuous improvement.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page response to the How you will be assessed section of the attached role description.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached role description 

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.=

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  SER690893_26T Role Description (PDF, 292KB)
  Role Description