Bentley Park College are seeking expression of interests for a temporary part-time Head of Department (Curriculum) to join our leadership team. In this rewarding role, you will provide strategic leadership to drive high-quality teaching and learning, lead curriculum initiatives, and support the delivery of outstanding educational outcomes for all students.

Working closely with the Principal and school community, you will foster a shared vision for excellence, build positive relationships with students, staff, families and community partners, and promote an inclusive culture where every learner can thrive. You will lead curriculum development, support staff capability, and effectively manage departmental resources to achieve school priorities.

This role is offered until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

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 us:

Bentley Park College is a state school in Southern Cairns, Far North Queensland, offering a complete Prep to Year 12 education for all children in the family.

The motto and vision, ‘Aspire Learn Achieve', is at the centre of all we do at Bentley Park College. Cultural diversity, including the values of respect, responsibility and resilience, are celebrated.

Our ‘Pillars of Excellence' - Academia, Citizenship, The Arts, Technology and Sport - frame learning opportunities across Prep to Year 12. Strengths in these areas can be witnessed in students every day at Bentley Park College and is exhibited in the career success of graduates.

Students of all year levels enjoy the P-12 advantage as they grow from children into adults within this inclusive and enriching learning environment.

Your opportunity:

Responsibilities within this role include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the relevant curriculum areas or whole school program to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
• Set high standards for student and staff performance.
• Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
• Form partnerships with students, parents, other government agencies, and community groups.

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history);
• Attach a 1-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
• Responses to the online questionnaire (the questionnaire will open after you have clicked apply and entered your personal details). 

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

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply. 

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.

• Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  FNR697877_26E - Role Description (PDF, 272KB)
  Role Description