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SalaryBundaberg North State High School is looking for Head of Department - Curriculum to join our leadership team. This is a temporary full-time position until 13 December 2024, unless otherwise determined. We are a school of 680 students situated on the northside of Bundaberg who work with students to prepare them for their future whether that is further study, a trade or employment.
The successful applicant will have working knowledge of two of the following learning areas / faculties: Humanities, The Arts, LOTE, Industrial Technology and Design and or Information Technology. We are looking for a team member who is able to work across their two faculties ensuring consistent, quality education whilst also demonstrating people skills to build effective relationships with students and staff as well as parents and carers.
About Us:
Bundaberg North State High School is the only High School situated on the north side of the Burnett River in Bundaberg. We have a current enrolment of approximately 700 students. Bundaberg is approximately 4 hours north of Brisbane and offers an excellent lifestyle. At Bundaberg North SHS, we are committed to producing outstanding learners, achievements and futures for students regardless of their pathway.
Bundaberg North State High School has three core values: respect, responsibility and safety. These values shape the development of and build the skills of all our students to be confident, self-disciplined and kind, young people. Our school staff believe that communication and positive connections with other people are the most valuable skills our communities need now and in the future.
About the Role:
As a member of our Leadership Team, the successful candidate will play an integral role in both the curriculum delivery of their two faculties and the management of year 10 students as a member of that sector team.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to;
- 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.
- Be futures oriented and strategic.
- Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling especially in relation to students and staff within the school department.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to apply:
- Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
- A 2-pg 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.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. ( https://alt-qed.qed.qld.gov.au/working-with-us/induction/department/human-resources/inclusion-and-diversity#:~:text=Pathways%20to%20Parity,participate%20fully%20in%20our%20workplaces. )
