This is an excellent opportunity professional growth.
We are seeking an innovative Head of Department - English to lead a dedicated team to deliver an engaging and challenging curriculum that supports confident, creative, and capable learners.
This temporary role is available from 1 September 2025 to 26 June 2026, unless otherwise determined.
This is a temporary full-time position to commence until 26 June 2026, with possibility of extension, unless otherwise determined.
About The Department
The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
Our School
Located in Brisbane's inner north, we a large, secondary school with a proud tradition of excellence. Our diverse community is strengthened by the unique backgrounds and talents of students and staff.
With a strong focus on academic achievement, sport, the arts and leadership, our Programs of Excellence empower every learner to thrive. Graduates leave Wavell with the knowledge, resilience and character to succeed in a changing world.
At Wavell, people are at the centre of everything we do.
Your Role
As Head of Department, English, Literacy and Resources you will be responsible for:
* Leading teaching and learning initiatives aligned to the Senior English curricula and providing direct support to teachers of senior English subjects.
* Leading year 7-10 English teachers to understand the requirements of the Australian Curriculum (V9) and supporting quality classroom teaching and learning.
* Leading quality assurance practices such as calibration and moderation.
* Managing Library Resource Centre and supporting non-teaching staff.
Please refer to the attached role description for any 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) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 from the 'How you will be assessed' section of the Role Description.
* Attach a copy of your mandatory requirements outlined in the 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.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
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