Yarrabilba State School is seeking a passionate, experienced, and dynamic Head of Department (Curriculum) to join its leadership team.
This position provides the opportunity to shape the school's teaching and learning culture, with a focus on curriculum, assessment, and signature pedagogical approaches.
The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of the Australian Curriculum, along with proven leadership and communication skills, flexibility, and the ability to work independently.
Collaborating with the wider Leadership Team, this role will play a key part in supporting the diverse learning needs of students and promoting effective literacy and numeracy practices across the school.
About The Department
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.
About The School
Yarrabilba State School is the first state school in the vibrant, fast-growing Yarrabilba community, catering to students from prep to year 6. Since opening in 2018, we have provided a local, welcoming school for families in close proximity to their homes. Guided by our motto, “Together believing - Together achieving,” we work closely with the community to ensure every student reaches their full potential. With a strong focus on collaboration between students, staff, and families, Yarrabilba State School offers a supportive and inspiring environment. We are looking for passionate educators to join us as we build a bright future for our students.
About The Role
As the Head of Department - Curriculum, you will lead the curriculum in alignment with school and departmental initiatives, enhancing the quality of teaching and learning across P-6.
You will foster positive relationships among students, teachers, and stakeholders, and play a key role in facilitating collaborative planning meetings with teachers, focusing on the implementation of Version 9 of the Australian Curriculum.
The successful candidate will bring experience and strong interpersonal skills to support staff through coaching and capability building, with a particular emphasis on improving reading outcomes.
This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a motivated leadership team.
Your Responsibilities
As the Head of Department (Curriculum), your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Lead the relevant curriculum areas or whole school program 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 career development.
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.
Occupational group Education & Training