Logan Special School is seeking an innovative and highly collaborative Head of Department (Curriculum) to lead curriculum design, implementation, and continuous improvement in our school. The successful applicant will demonstrate expertise in curriculum leadership, differentiation, and inclusive education, with the ability to build staff capability, drive curriculum innovation, and use data to improve student outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educational leader who is committed to fostering a culture of high expectations, collaboration, and excellence, ensuring every student is supported to achieve their full potential.

Job details

About Us:

Our school is located directly opposite the Logan City Council offices and the Logan Entertainment Centre. These are both significant landmarks within Logan City.
The school is also located between Woodridge State Primary School and Woodridge State Secondary School. Together we make a corridor of educational excellence in the local community. Our school is easily accessed via train (adjacent to Woodridge Station) and also by bus.
The school opened 1972 as the Woodridge Opportunity School. It's name later changed to Woodridge Special School and in 1997 was renamed as Logan City Special School in order to recognise that the students came from the whole of Logan City, not only the Woodridge area.

About the Role:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

• Provide strategic leadership for the curriculum area or whole-school program by developing and implementing a shared vision that promotes excellence in teaching, learning, and student achievement.
• Foster a culture of high expectations and inclusion by embedding equitable and socially just practices, supporting staff performance, and creating positive learning environments for all students.
• Lead and manage resources effectively, including human, financial, curriculum, and physical resources, to deliver high-quality educational programs and achieve school priorities.
• Build collaborative partnerships with students, families, community organisations, and government agencies to enhance learning opportunities, engagement, and student success.
• Demonstrate professional and instructional leadership by engaging in continuous professional learning, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies, and driving innovation and continuous improvement through future-focused planning.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. 

How to apply:

• Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history); and
• A 2-page written statement in response to 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.

• SER694008_26T - Role Description (PDF, 270KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 287KB)
  Information Package for Applicants