Overview Mackay State High School is seeking an exceptional educational leader for the role of Head of Department - Senior Schooling.
This pivotal position is responsible for overseeing academic achievement, QCE attainment, pathways, and engagement for students in Years 11 and 12, ensuring they are well-prepared for success in ATAR, VET, and employment pathways.
The successful applicant will lead curriculum, engagement, and wellbeing initiatives aligned with the Department of Education's Equity and Excellence Strategy, with a strong focus on high-quality teaching, student achievement, and effective post-school transitions.
Your Opportunity Lead Senior Curriculum & Pathways - Drive excellence in QCAA general, applied and VET Senior subjects, ensuring a strong culture of achievement and engagement.
Data-Driven Leadership - Monitor and analyse senior school data, including QCE attainment, ATAR results, VET outcomes, attendance, and engagement, to inform strategic decision-making.
Post-School Transitions - Strengthen partnerships with universities, training providers, and industry to enhance student pathways and post-school success.
Student Engagement & Wellbeing - Implement targeted initiatives to support senior students, including mentoring, case management, and intervention strategies for at-risk students.
Instructional Leadership - Support teachers in curriculum planning, assessment, and pedagogy to improve senior schooling outcomes.
School Leadership Team Member - Contribute to the whole-school strategic direction and play an integral role in student leadership and school culture development.
Collaboration & Partnerships - Capacity to build strong relationships with teachers, students, parents, universities, and industry partners.
Manage the human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources of the school department to achieve goals.
Your role 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.
Interested?
To Apply A brief resume (Maximum 3 page) resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous 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.
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