Are you an exceptional curriculum leader who is passionate about making a lasting difference for students with disability? Sunnybank Special School is seeking an innovative, collaborative and strategic Head of Department - Curriculum to join our leadership team in 2027.

We are looking for an inspiring and experienced educational leader with a strong understanding of inclusive and specialised education, curriculum expertise and a demonstrated commitment to improving outcomes for students with disability.

This is a temporary full-time position commencing 20 January 2027 and concluding 10 December 2027, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

About us:

Sunnybank State Special School provides individualised education programs for students with disabilities, both on the school campus and in community settings. These programs aim to develop each student's skills and abilities in independent living, academic and work skills and foster their functioning as a valued member of the community. Sunnybank Special School delivers quality education for students with a range of disabilities, in a supportive environment. The school is divided into four cohorts -Early Years (Prep - 2), Middle Years (3-6), Junior Secondary (7-10) and Senior Secondary (11-12). The school is proud to host an Early Childhood Development Program (EDCP) for students with an identified special need prior to prep age students, usually from 3 to 5 years of age.

Your opportunity:

You will work collaboratively with teachers to strengthen practice, build professional capability and foster a culture of high expectations, ensuring every student is supported to achieve their full potential. As an experienced curriculum leader, you will play a key role in driving instructional leadership, literacy, evidence-informed practice and teacher capability. You will work collaboratively with staff to strengthen teaching and learning, build professional capability and ensure high-quality, personalised learning experiences for every student.

If you are passionate about special education, curriculum excellence and developing teachers to improve student outcomes, we encourage you to apply and become part of our leadership team as we continue to build an outstanding learning community where every child can thrive.

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 2-page response to the 'How you will be assessed' or 'Competencies' 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.

• MSR701320_26T - Role Description (PDF, 271KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants