Head of Department - Agriculture / Vocational Education and Training - Dakabin State High School
Dakabin State High School is seeking a agile and innovative Head of Department - Agriculture / Vocational Education and Training to join the team in a leadership role responsible for strategically leading the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of the school's Agriculture and VET programs.
The successful applicant will have a strong background in agricultural science, vocational education, and curriculum leadership, with the ability to ensure these programs meet student needs, comply with regulatory frameworks, and align with school and departmental priorities.
About The Department
Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation.
Your Responsibilities
- Leadership and Management: Lead and manage the Agriculture and VET faculty, including teaching staff, agricultural assistants, and support personnel.
- Curriculum and Program Development: Oversee curriculum planning and delivery for Agriculture subjects (Years 7-12) and nationally accredited VET programs.
- Resource and Facilities Management: Manage agricultural resources, including livestock, crops, and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and animal welfare standards.
- Industry and Community Engagement: Build strong partnerships with local industry, TAFEs, and community stakeholders to enhance student learning and employment pathways.
- Data and Compliance: Monitor student performance data to inform teaching practices and intervention strategies, and ensure compliance with all educational and legislative requirements.
Desirable Qualifications And Experience
- Mandatory requirements for this role are current full registration, or current provisional registration with eligibility for full registration, as a teacher in Queensland.
- Teaching qualifications in Agricultural Science or related field.
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116 or equivalent).
- Relevant industry experience in agriculture, agribusiness, or VET sectors.
Key Capabilities And Selection Criteria
- Demonstrated capacity to lead curriculum, teaching and learning improvement in Agricultural Science and VET.
- High-level knowledge of the Australian Curriculum, QCAA syllabuses, and national VET frameworks.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain effective team and stakeholder relationships.
- Experience in managing agricultural facilities and VET compliance in a school context.
- Strong organisational, communication, and data literacy skills.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to making our recruitment process inclusive and accessible.
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📌 Head of Department - Agriculture / Vocational Education and Training - DakabinState High School
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 South Australia