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An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic Head Of Department - Social Science and Languages at Yeppoon State High School. As part of the school's leadership team, the successful applicant will lead the Social Science and Languages faculty in the improvement of student outcomes. If you are someone who can deliver the vision of our school, develop quality teaching and learning as well as create positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders, then we would love to hear from you!

Job duration

A period of 1 year unless otherwise determined

About the School

Yeppoon State High School is a secondary education centre that strives for educational excellence. Central to this belief is the challenge we set ourselves to provide an innovative and inspiring curriculum. Teaching and learning is at the core of all we do and high quality learning experiences are purposefully designed to develop the attributes of life-long learners. In this way, each individual student will be equipped with the knowledge, skills, practices and aptitudes necessary to be an engaged, robust 21st century citizen capable of shaping their own career and employment options. By choosing our school for your child's educational needs we believe you have invested wisely.

About the Role

As the Head of Department - Social Science and Languages, you will have responsibility for the following:

  • 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.
  • Be futures oriented and strategic.
  • Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling especially in relation to students and staff within the school department.
  • Manage the human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources of the school department to achieve goals.

For a full list of mandatory requirements please see the attached role description.

Interested? To apply:

  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor)
  • Attach a maximum 2 page written response outlining your suitability for the role referring to the key capabilities identified in 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.

Refer code: 282306. Education - The previous day - 2022-09-14 16:32

Education

Rockhampton QLD

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