AddressHeatley Secondary College are currently seeking a Head of Department (Teaching and Learning) on a permanent full-time basis.
As the Head of Department, you will focus on implementing curriculum and pedagogy initiatives to support the educational outcomes for students, incorporating the vision of State Schools Division into school planning, developing the quality of Teaching and Learning and nurturing positive relationships between students, teachers and community.
Specifically, this position will focus on leading the implementation of Effective Teaching and Learning including the Northern Region 5Q4 Model, Australian Curriculum alignment processes, Whole School Moderation.
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 Heatley Secondary College
Situated in the geographical heart of Townsville, Heatley Secondary College is much more than a traditional high school. We educate students of all ages and abilities - future focused secondary education for Years 7 to 12, as well as providing industry aligned digital training to produce 'job ready' graduates.
We value learning, embrace diversity and are committed to active citizenship. We nurture Heatley proud learners to be: aspirational, inclusive, responsible, respectful, resilient. Heatley Secondary College - Our future is our focus.
About the Role
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- 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.
About You
Our ideal candidate will have the following key attributes:
- Demonstrated teaching competence and capacity to provide leadership leading to the achievement of quality and improved learning outcomes for all students.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to develop and sustain productive relationships within and beyond the school community, including students and families from diverse backgrounds and community agencies.
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 written statement in response to 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. )
