We are seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative and highly skilled curriculum leader who is passionate about improving student outcomes and understands the opportunities and complexities of working within a diverse school community. The Head of Department (Curriculum) at Berrinba East State School will play a key instructional leadership role in driving school improvement, strengthening teacher capability and ensuring high-quality, inclusive curriculum delivery. Our school has a strong commitment to explicit instruction, structured literacy and play pedagogy, with a focus on delivering the Australian Curriculum through evidence-informed teaching practices. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 21 January 2027 until 25 June 2027, 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 Us

Berrinba East State School is situated in Berrinba, Logan City.  It's located south of Brisbane, approximately 21 km from the CBD.  Berrinba is a residential and rural area, with substantial commercial land use, and some industrial areas.  Berrinba is named from an Aboriginal word meaning “to the south”.

Berrinba East State School is recognised for its innovative approach to Outdoor Play and Learning (OPAL), recently receiving the 2026 Outdoors Queensland Outdoor Education Award. We are looking for a leader who values both academic excellence and developmentally appropriate, engaging learning experiences, and who can support the continued integration of explicit instruction and authentic play-based learning.

The focus at Berrinba East State School is to provide a child-focussed environment that engages and empowers all to achieve personal excellence in an atmosphere of respect and honesty.  The school is committed to continuous improvement and a very strong belief that every child can learn.

About the Role

A key priority will be supporting teachers to translate curriculum expectations into effective classroom practice through coaching, collaborative planning, professional learning and the strategic use of student achievement data. This includes strengthening our whole-school approach to reading, explicit teaching and differentiated instruction within a multi-tiered system of supports.

The successful candidate will join a supportive and collaborative leadership team committed to building staff capability, fostering a strong sense of belonging and ensuring every student can experience success. This is an exciting opportunity for a curriculum leader who is willing to think innovatively, work alongside teachers and contribute meaningfully to the next phase of our school's improvement journey. You will work closely with the Principal, Deputy Principals and teaching teams to strengthen curriculum planning, assessment, moderation and consistent pedagogical practices across Prep to Year 6.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Provide strategic leadership in the development and implementation of a shared educational vision that drives continuous improvement and delivers high-quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Promote inclusive, equitable and socially just practices while establishing and maintaining high expectations for student achievement, staff performance and professional accountability.
• Foster a culture of lifelong learning, collaboration and continuous professional growth through reflective practice, professional development and evidence-informed decision-making.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with students, parents, staff, government agencies and community organisations to strengthen engagement and improve educational outcomes.
• Demonstrate strategic and future-focused leadership through effective management of human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources, ensuring alignment with relevant legislation, departmental policies and school priorities.

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 1-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. 

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.

• SER706946_26E - Role Description (PDF, 272KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants