Lowood State High School is seeking applications for the position of Head of Department - Humanities to join their dedicated team. In this leadership role, you will guide the curriculum focus in alignment with school and departmental initiatives, contribute to delivering the vision of the Early Childhood and State
Schools Division, and enhance the quality of teaching and learning across the Humanities faculty. You will also play a key role in fostering positive relationships among students, teachers, and stakeholders.
If you're a passionate educator and leader ready to make a meaningful impact, apply now.
About the Department
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About the School
Lowood State High School is proud to provide a high-quality education for students from Year 7 to Year 12 in a supportive rural setting. Since opening in 1983, we have embraced diversity, welcoming students from both small and large primary schools, many of whom travel by bus each day. Guided by our motto Creating the Future, we focus on building 21st Century skills, preparing students for university, training, or employment. Our inclusive approach offers academic and vocational pathways to suit individual strengths. We are committed to empowering confident, capable young people ready to thrive in a changing and complex world.
About the Role
As the Head of Department, you will lead the curriculum focus in alignment with school and departmental initiatives, participate in delivering the vision of the Early Childhood and State Schools Division, develop the quality of teaching and learning, and nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, and stakeholders.
Your Responsibilities
As the Head of Department - Humanities, your responsibilities will 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.
* Form partnerships with students, parents, other government agencies, and community groups.
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) in response to the attached role description.
* 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