Overview
Head of Department - Curriculum/Senior Schooling at Home Hill State High School. Lead curriculum development across Mathematics, Science, and Technologies, aligned with school and departmental priorities. Promote high-quality teaching and learning and contribute to the vision of the Early Childhood and State Schools Division. Build strong, positive relationships with students, staff, and the wider school community.
About The School
Home Hill State High School is a small, community-focused school with a strong record of academic and vocational success. The curriculum includes traditional subjects, vocational certificates, TAFE links, sport, leadership, and community programs. The school knows its students well and supports their individual goals and needs, maintaining high expectations in a caring, inclusive environment with strong ties to the local community. The school values Excellence in Learning, Maximum Performance, and Quality Citizenship.
About The Role
As Head of Department, you will shape the direction and success of your team. You will lead curriculum development aligned with school and departmental priorities, support the delivery of the Early Childhood and State Schools Division's vision, and drive continuous improvement in teaching and learning quality. You will foster strong, positive relationships among students, staff, and the wider school community. Reporting to the Principal or delegate, you will help create a collaborative, high-performing environment that supports every learner's success. The appointment is set for 24 November 2025; start date is negotiable depending on the successful applicant's circumstances. This position offers access to subsidised housing and locality allowances for eligible employees.
Your Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive leadership and oversight of curriculum development and delivery across Maths, Science, and Technologies, ensuring alignment with school and departmental priorities.
Drive excellence in teaching and learning by supporting faculty teams, promoting best practices, and focusing on continuous improvement to enhance student outcomes.
Monitor student behaviour patterns and wellbeing, offer targeted support for case-managed students, and cultivate a positive and inclusive school culture.
Track and analyse senior student data to identify students at risk, and design and implement targeted interventions to support achieving the Queensland Certificate of Education.
Lead planning, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum programs with knowledge of the Australian Curriculum (Version 9), QCE, QCIA, SET planning, VET, and student transition pathways.
Strengthen partnerships with industry to ensure every learner is equipped to succeed.
Line manage VET delivery and oversee engagement in vocational pathways.
Teaching experience in Mathematical Methods, Physics, and/or Chemistry would be advantageous.
Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.
How to Apply
Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees familiar with your relevant work history.
Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per the 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 and will provide support to ensure an inclusive recruitment process. 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.
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. For more information about Inclusion and Diversity strategies, please review the departmental materials.
Occupational group:
Education & Training
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