Address 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.
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. 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. )
