Head Of Department - Health And Physical Education - Mareeba State High School

Applications are welcome for the position Head of Department - Health and Physical Education at Mareeba State High School. This is a temporary full-time position for a period of 12 months, unless otherwise determined. If you are ready to make an impact on the lives of our students and contribute to the overall well-being of our school community, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification Stream 2 /HO1
Workplace Location Cairns region,Far North Qld
Job ad reference QLD/FNR563299/24T
Closing date 22-May-2024
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration A period of 12 months unless otherwise determined
Contact person Maurice Andrejic
Contact details 0427 145 749
Access theAbout Us:Mareeba State High School is set in the picturesque rural town of Mareeba. Catering to approximately 800 students from Years 7 to 12, we are proud of our academic standards, community cultural richness, sporting champions, and creative brilliance.Our size means we can offer a personal and individual approach to all students, supporting them in achieving their goals by providing opportunities to extend learning and be challenged. We do this by implementing several innovative practices and programs, including the Rugby League Engagement program.About the Role:An opportunity exists for a dedicated and innovative leader to lead the Health and Physical Education (HPE) faculty at Mareeba State High School.
As Head of the Department - Health and Physical Education, you will lead HPE faculty in line with school and department initiatives, participate in delivering the school's vision and develop the quality of teaching and learning at Mareeba State High School. You will also lead your team to ensure the effective organisation of sporting events and related curricular and extracurricular activities.Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

• Lead curriculum focus in line with school and departmental initiatives
• Participate in delivering the vision of State Schools Division
• Develop the quality of teaching and learning
• Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders

Mareeba has a strong community and good facilities. The role will allow the person to work in the student support team to develop positive school processes that will assist in the continued development of a positive culture. There is a culture that supports extracurricular activities in a community with strong sporting, cultural, Indigenous, and wider community links.Highly desirable skills and experience;

• Experience in leading others, will be able to work well with others in a team environment, will be organised and have good relational qualities to work in a rural town.

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 (one of whom should be your current supervisor); and
• A maximum 2-page written response outlining your suitability for the role referring to the key capabilities under “How you will be Assessed” section 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.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.Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.Role DescriptionInformation Package for Applicants