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SalaryAre you a passionate mathematician and educator with a vision for enhancing mathematics education? Toowoomba State High School is in search of a Head of Department - Mathematics for a temporary full-time position from 15 April 2024 to 13 December 2024, unless otherwise determined. If you’re committed to raising the bar in mathematics education and have leadership skills to drive success, we invite you to apply for this position.
Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification Stream 2 /HO1
Workplace Location Toowoomba region
Job ad reference QLD/DSR545215/24T
Closing date 28-Feb-2024
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Salary Other
Job duration Until 13 December 2024 unless otherwise determined
Contact person Therese Sippel
Contact details 07 4637 1371
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About Us:
Toowoomba's first State Secondary School. Established in 1919, Toowoomba State High School, has a proud history of delivering exemplary education for the young people of Toowoomba. Situated at Mount Lofty, the school campus overlooks the city of Toowoomba. Students have access to diverse possibilities and opportunities. Programs in academia, sport, music, the arts, language and community engagement are provided for students to pursue. The learning environment and educational programs, combined with high expectations and personalised support, underpins our philosophy to learning. Our dedicated staff contribute to students' learning and development. High impact teaching and quality learning are the foundations of our school values. We proudly uphold the best of public education - opportunity to succeed regardless of personal circumstance. Our aim is to be 'Creating Stars for our Future'
About the Role:
The successful applicant for this position will possess strong relational capabilities to ensure successful leadership across the Department.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to;
- Leading a high performing faculty through the provision of quality learning and teaching, to support students to reach their learning potential;
- Setting high standards for student and staff performance;
- Participating in weekly leadership meeting and conduct regular faculty meetings;
- Mentoring beginning teachers in the faculty and providing support to others when required;
- Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling especially in relation to students and staff within the mathematics department;
- Manage the human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources of the Mathematics department to achieve goals;
- Work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure alignment of whole school priorities are delivered through the Mathematics department.
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.
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
We 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.
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Role Description
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