AddressJoin us at Calliope State High School, leading building capability with a team of teachers. Our school opened in 2020 and has wonderful facilities. We are a supportive team looking to provide effective teaching and learning for our students.
The role of Head of Department (Secondary) is offered on a full-time temporary basis, for the duration of Semester 2, 2024, unless otherwise determined. Housing is available for the successful applicant.
Head of Department (Maths/Science) you will:
- Lead curriculum focus in line with school and departmental initiatives;
- Develop the quality of teaching and learning;
- Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders.
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 Calliope State High School
Our approach to teaching and learning is to use evidence-based strategies focused on student engagement to deliver quality-assured curriculum into the classroom. At Calliope State High School, every student learning is non-negotiable. Every student can be successful with the right support and time. Our school will be calm and reasonable. Staff have a collective responsibility to know your child and understand how to have the most positive impact possible. The most exciting part of opening a new school is the opportunity to build a legacy. A legacy is something that outlives us. A legacy is something that sets the tone for those that come after. Welcome to Calliope State High School. Together, we will build a legacy we can all be proud of for years to come.
About the Role
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- 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.
- Be futures oriented and strategic.
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).
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. )
