Mount Isa Special School is seeking a temporary full-time Head of Department (Curriculum) until 12 December 2025, 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 commitment begins with recruitment and selection, employing varied methods to assess suitability, including making reasonable adjustments to support applicants throughout the process and employee lifecycle.
About The Role
As a lead learner, you will need strong relational skills to develop positive relationships with students, staff, and the wider school community. You should possess well-developed strategic thinking and analytical skills to contribute to our school improvement agenda. The role requires adaptability and responsiveness to the needs of students and the school context.
As the Head of Department (Curriculum), your responsibilities will include:
* Leading relevant curriculum areas or whole school programs to develop and commit to a shared educational vision focused on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
* Coordinating and providing targeted teaching interventions for students requiring additional support.
* Supporting classroom teachers and staff to access departmental or external specialist services, professional development, and support as needed.
* Participating in school decision-making processes and professional development to contribute to school goals, vision, and planning.
* Implementing and coordinating school-wide systems, including data systems to monitor students with disabilities and record data on students with disability.
* Embedding socially just practices into daily school life.
* Setting high standards for student and staff performance.
* Engaging in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
* Forming partnerships with students, parents, other government agencies, and community groups.
* Being futures-oriented and strategic.
* Understanding legislation and policies impacting schooling, especially regarding students and staff within the department.
* Managing human, financial, facilities, and curriculum resources to achieve objectives.
Interested? To Apply:
* Attach a brief resume including contact details for two referees who understand your relevant work history.
* Attach a two-page response to the 'How you will be Assessed' section of the role description.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure an inclusive recruitment process.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment, employees must hold a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
The salary rate reflects full-time employment (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is committed to a family-inclusive workplace. Click here to learn more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
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