Join Queensland Academy for Creative Industries as Head of Department (Languages) and lead a dynamic learning area within a high-performing and innovative educational environment.

This exciting leadership opportunity is ideal for a passionate educator who is committed to language excellence, curriculum leadership, and inspiring students to become globally minded learners.

If you are ready to lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact on student success, 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.

About Queensland Academy for Creative Industries:

QACI is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School and is proud to uphold the values of an IB education. Our students exclusively study the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum in Year 11 & 12, and preparatory IB year through the Australian Curriculum in Year 10. Languages studied include French, Korean, Mandarin and Spanish.

The IB Diploma Program enables learners to work toward achievements based on merit in a non-competitive environment.

Through the IB Diploma curriculum, students can explore their potential and flourish in a culture that fosters creativity, critical thinking and innovation.

About the Role:

Applications are encouraged from leaders with exceptional relational skills who as an instructional leader demonstrate the successful implementation of curriculum leading to quality learning outcomes, and the ability to develop the capability of expert teaching team.

Our strategic priority areas include Data Informed Practices, Highly Effective Teaching, Positive Learning Culture, Community and Partnerships.

As the Head of Department - Languages & EE, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the school department and curriculum focus in developing and providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
• Set high standards for student and staff performance.
• Engage in lifelong learning and professional development.
• Build partnerships with students, parents, agencies, and community groups.
• Be future-oriented and strategic.
• Understand legislation and policies impacting on the school department, students and staff.
• Manage the human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources of the school department to achieve goals.

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, 286KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MNR692367_26P Role Description (PDF, 272KB)
  Role Description