About the Position
The Head of Department is a pivotal role in shaping and driving teaching and learning strategies. This leadership position ensures the school's strategic priority of providing diverse teaching and learning pathways, maintaining high standards, and achieving exceptional outcomes.
This leader delivers the school's pedagogical model across their department to a high standard, ensuring all students are provided with opportunities and support to excel academically and personally.
The ideal candidate has demonstrated curriculum knowledge of applicable subject areas and the creative and effective delivery of teaching and learning programs.
Strong skills in ICT, commitment to co-curricular activities, and excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for this role.
About Us
We provide our teachers with opportunities for professional development, equipping them to become leaders in the education sector.
A strong culture of optimism and respect fosters both personal growth and academic achievement in staff and students alike.
* Work-Life Balance: 38 weeks of term time per year with flexible arrangements based on operational requirements.
* Professional Growth: access to leadership mentoring and development programs.
* Supportive Environment: paid parental leave for eligible staff, emergent leave, and an Employee Assistance Program.
* Benefits & Wellness: salary packaging, free vaccinations, and an active staff association.
* Community Focus: be part of a close-knit team dedicated to staff and student wellbeing.
Key Selection Criteria
Education and Teaching:
* A bachelor's degree in education and current registration with the relevant teaching authority.
* Demonstrated passion for teaching and learning, and the ability to convey complex ideas clearly.
* Strong organisational skills to manage multiple people, tasks, and programs concurrently.
* Ability to adapt to changing priorities, unexpected challenges, and last-minute adjustments in the scheduling of programs and activities.
Leadership Skills:
* Demonstrated ability to lead a team of educational professionals, and to provide feedback on performance expectations and outcomes.
Analytical Skills:
* The ability to use and understand educational data and outcomes to enhance educational programs and teaching practices.
Communication Skills:
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills to liaise with various stakeholders, including teachers, administrators, and parents.
Collaboration:
* Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively with academic and administrative staff.
Continuous Improvement:
* Commitment to staying informed about relevant educational best practices and a willingness to implement improvements for ongoing process enhancement.
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.