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SalaryAn exciting opportunity exists at Pimlico State High School for a dedicated Head of Department - Humanities/Social Sciences (HASS) to join the leadership team. This is a temporary full-time position until 13 December 2024, unless otherwise determined.
As the Head of Department of a large faculty, you will lead the implementation of V9 Australian Curriculum including 3 levels of planning and moderation processes. The role also requires overseeing the implementation of new applied and general syllabi in Years 11 and 12 as well as ongoing implementation of Work and Careers Education in Years 9 and 10.
About Us:
Pimlico State High School is a large, co-educational Independent Public School with a strong and proud tradition of academic excellence and of service to the community. A Pimlico education strives to develop young people of purpose, responsibility, resilience, compassion and innovation. Our CARE philosophy of cooperation, appreciation, respect and effort, aims to provide a supportive environment to enable all members of our school community to develop to their full potential.
Pimlico's curriculum and our vision for learning embrace the notions of global citizenship and international mindedness. We are preparing students for a globalised world and a future that will see our graduates working and contributing on the international stage.
Pimlico is renowned for the excellence of our performing arts programs, particularly within instrumental music. We are proud of the music enrichment opportunities that are available to our talented musicians, with over 400 students participating in our extensive instrumental and vocal programs.
About the Role:
Responsibilities include, but not limited to;
- Lead the school department to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
- 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.
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 response to the “How you will be Assessed” section of the attached role description.
- Please ensure uploaded documents are PDF Files.
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. )
