Head Of Department - Junior Secondary - Northern Peninsula Area State College

Applications are invited for the position of Head of Department - Junior Secondary. This is a permanent, full-time position. As the Head of Department - Junior Secondary you will lead the relevant areas of curriculum to develop, express and commit to providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification Stream 2 /HO1
Workplace Location Cairns region,Far North Qld
Job ad reference QLD/FNR550961/24P
Closing date 24-Mar-2024
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Contact person Leanne Fox
Contact details 0477 389 368
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About the Role:
Position is based at Northern Peninsula Area State College. NPASC provides education to students K-12 across three campuses and five communities - Seisia, Bamaga, Umagico, Injinoo and New Mapoon, located in Cape York. 98.9% of students identify as First Nations and IEALD speakers. The College offers a contextualised curriculum delivered using Age Appropriate and IEALD pedagogies. This role will lead curriculum using digital technologies and augmented reality across the middle years of schooling.
Departmental accommodation is available ay subsidised rental. Remote incentives apply.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

• Lead cross-curriculum teaching and learning focused on digital learning in line with school and departmental initiatives
• Lead the execution and delivery of sustainable technology-based solutions to engage and develop First Nations students in line with school and departmental initiatives
• Problem solve and trouble shoot in an ICT environment and if necessary, identify appropriate support options
• Mentor and inspire colleagues in implementing digitally enhance teaching and learning
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in education, particularly in relation to First Nation students and digital learning
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and skills in project management highly desirable.

This position reports directly to the College Principal.
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.

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 information
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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.
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Role Description
Information Package for Applicants