Cleveland Education and Training Centre are accepting applications for an experienced and dedicated Department Head to lead and support our Teaching and Learning team.
The successful person will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to support both students and staff.
Apply now to join a passionate team committed to empowering students and fostering excellence in teaching and learning
About the Department of Education:
Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.
Who We Are:
Cleveland Education and Training Centre is a Department of Education education unit operating within the Cleveland Youth Detention Centre in Townsville. The Centre's catchment comprises the area geographically north from Rockhampton, west to the border and includes island communities off the Queensland coastline. Young people enrolled at Cleveland Education and Training Centre are incarcerated by the court system are aged between ten to eighteen years old.
Cleveland Education and Training Centre is a service provider within the Cleveland Youth Detention Centre therefore all staff are required to comply with a range of safety and security protocols. From 2022 Cleveland Education and Training Centre has delivered education programs within the Detention Centre for 48 weeks of the year.
Step Into Your Nex Chapter:
Staff must be willing and able to work during the school holidays to ensure operational needs are met during the 48 weeks of education delivery.
You will be responsible for the professional oversight enhancing Teaching and Learning outcomes at Cleveland Education and Training Centre. This is an excellent opportunity to lead and play a pivotal role in the strategic direction of the School.
Responsibilities include:
* 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.
Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.
Submit Your Application:
* Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
* Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
* Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration 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.