Weir State School is seeking an outstanding and highly capable Head of Department (Curriculum) to join our leadership team and drive excellence in teaching, learning and whole-school improvement. This is a key leadership role focused on strengthening curriculum implementation, improving literacy outcomes, and supporting a consistent approach to teaching and learning across our school. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 21 January 2027 until 10 December 2027, unless otherwise determined.

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About Us

Weir State School was established in 1881 as a small rural school and has grown with the development of the city of Townsville.

The students at Weir are fortunate to have vast, beautiful grounds in which to spend their lunch times as well as a state of the art resource centre and multi-purpose hall.

We believe our effectiveness in providing quality education for students is determined by the strength of the parent/teacher/child partnership.

Open communication and active participation are vital to any partnership, and Education Queensland is no exception. Our school policies are designed to encourage parental involvement in the life of the school and in the education of their children.

About the Role

The successful applicant will demonstrate deep knowledge and understanding of the Australian Curriculum, effective pedagogical practices in the fundamentals of reading and writing, and the ability to work collaboratively with school leaders and teachers to improve student achievement. A strong understanding of data analysis, assessment, moderation, reporting, and curriculum alignment within school improvement agendas will be an essential capability.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Lead the implementation of the fundamentals of reading
  • Provide strategic and operational leadership in the implementation of evidence-based approaches to the teaching of reading.
  • Support teachers and teacher aides to deliver high-quality reading instruction which reflects current research, departmental priorities, and the learning needs of our students.
• Oversee assessment, moderation and reporting processes
  • Lead school-wide processes for assessment, monitoring, moderation and reporting to ensure consistency, quality and alignment with curriculum expectations.
  • Strengthen staff capability in using assessment data to track progress, identify learning needs, and plan responsive teaching.
• Coach and build teacher capability in reading and writing through the Australian Curriculum with a specific cultural lens upon First Nations learners                                                                                                                               
  • Provide instructional coaching and professional support to teachers in the planning, teaching and assessment of reading and writing through the Australian Curriculum.
  • Build teacher capability in curriculum planning, differentiation, explicit teaching, and the use of evidence-based literacy practices.
• Drive data-informed improvement and student achievement
  • Lead the analysis of school, cohort, class and individual student data to inform curriculum decisions and targeted improvement strategies.
  • Use data to identify strengths, gaps and patterns in student performance, particularly in reading and writing, and support staff to respond strategically.
• Support leadership in whole-school curriculum priorities and improvement
  • Work as a key member of the leadership team to support the implementation of whole-school curriculum priorities and improvement initiatives.
  • Contribute to the development of coherent, sequenced and aligned curriculum planning across year levels and learning areas.

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 about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.

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.

• Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  NQR707438_26T - Role Description (PDF, 271KB)
  Role Description