AddressBrisbane Bayside State College are seeking applications for a dedicated and visionary Head of Department (Secondary) - English to join our community on a temporary full-time basis until 07 March 2025, unless otherwise determined.
About the Department of Education
The Department of Education are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About Brisbane Bayside State College
Brisbane Bayside State College is an Independent Public School which caters for over 900 secondary students. Set in the beautiful bayside, the college opened in 2010 and provides a safe, respectful and disciplined learning environment for students and staff, where students have opportunities to engage in quality learning experiences and acquire values supportive of their lifelong wellbeing.
About the Role
As the Head of Department - English, you will be a skilled instructional leader with strong organisational skills and English expertise. You will lead curriculum in line with strategic vision and developed school planning, with a focus on quality teaching and learning for improved student achievement.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Implementation of the English Curriculum Years 7-12 through quality pedagogy and teaching and learning practices.
- Contribute to the academic learning culture and implement programs and processes in English that support quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Professionally support teachers, especially early career teachers, and contribute to positive staff wellbeing.
- Leadership of whole school literacy initiatives.
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. )
