Head of Department (Curriculum) - Mc Dowall State School, Education Add expected salary to your profile for insights Mc Dowall State School is now accepting applications for a motivated, enthusiastic, and innovative individual to join our leadership team as Head of Department - Curriculum.
In this role, you will lead the curriculum focus in alignment with school and departmental initiatives, actively contribute to delivering thevision of State Schools Division, support the development of high-quality teaching and learning, and foster positive relationships among students, teachers, and stakeholders.
Join us now and become part of a dynamic team dedicated to educational excellence.
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This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About the School Welcome to Mc Dowall State School, a vibrant learning community where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential.
We offer a nurturing environment built on values of equity, excellence and respect, supported by dedicated staff and strong partnerships with families.
Our evidence-based teaching practices, high expectations and commitment to student wellbeing create the ideal setting for academic and personal growth.
We invite you to join our school and become part of a community that values learning, creativity and connection.
About the Role Join Mc Dowall State School as Head of Department (Curriculum) and lead the school's curriculum direction in alignment with departmental priorities.
In this role, you will drive the quality of teaching and learning, support professional growth, and help deliver the vision of the State Schools Division.
You'll foster strong relationships with staff, students, and the wider school community, contributing to a positive and high-performing culture.
This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on educational outcomes.
This is a temporary full-time position commencing 07 August 2025 until 12 December 2025, unless otherwise determined.
Your Responsibilities As the Head of Department (Curriculum), your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Lead the relevant curriculum areas or whole school program 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.
Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description "How you will be assessed" section.
Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements outlined in 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.
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Through three key portfolios – Early Childhood, Education, and Training – we strive to ensure that Queenslanders have the education and skills they need to contribute to the economy.
With over 80,000 employees across Queensland we offer a diverse range of teaching and non-teaching career and employment opportunities.
95% of our employees work in our extensive network of state schools located in Queensland's rural, remote, regional and metropolitan communities.
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We are an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation.
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Department of Education and Training Queensland We deliver world-class education and training services for Queenslanders at every stage of their personal and professional development.
Through three key portfolios – Early Childhood, Education, and Training – we strive to ensure that Queenslanders have the education and skills they need to contribute to the economy.
With over 80,000 employees across Queensland we offer a diverse range of teaching and non-teaching career and employment opportunities.
95% of our employees work in our extensive network of state schools located in Queensland's rural, remote, regional and metropolitan communities.
This includes school leaders, teachers, non-teaching professionals and a range of school support and administration staff.
We are an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation.
We respect professionalism, embrace diversity and a balance between work and life commitments.
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