Redland District Special School is seeking an experienced Head of Department - Curriculum (HOD-C) to support curriculum development and implementation across our school. This important leadership role works closely with staff to strengthen teaching and learning practices and ensure curriculum delivery meets the diverse needs of students with intellectual disabilities and complex learning profiles. The successful applicant will support teachers to provide meaningful, engaging and inclusive learning opportunities that enable all students to make progress and achieve success.
About the Role
The Head of Department - Curriculum (HOD-C) will support student achievement through the implementation of high-quality teaching, learning and pedagogical practices across our school. Working collaboratively with staff, the HOD-C will lead curriculum implementation and build teacher capability to ensure meaningful, engaging and inclusive learning opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities and complex learning needs.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide curriculum leadership to ensure alignment with departmental priorities, the Australian Curriculum and the diverse learning needs of our students.
* Support teachers to design and deliver evidence-informed, differentiated learning programs that maximise student engagement, participation and achievement.
* Lead whole-school improvement initiatives in literacy, reading, communication and student wellbeing.
* Build strong partnerships with staff, families and external agencies to support positive outcomes for students.
* Contribute to strategic planning, school improvement priorities and the effective management of curriculum resources.
* Use coaching, mentoring and collaboration to strengthen teaching practice and build staff capability.
Skills and Experience
* Current Queensland teacher registration and eligibility for leadership roles.
* Demonstrated experience in curriculum leadership and supporting improved student outcomes.
* Strong understanding of inclusive education, differentiation and adjustments for diverse learners.
* Excellent interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills.
* Ability to lead improvement initiatives and foster a collaborative team culture.
* Commitment to working in partnership with families and multidisciplinary teams.
Additional Skills and Experience
* Experience supporting students with intellectual disabilities and complex learning needs.
* Knowledge of assistive technology, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and communication supports.
* Knowledge of the Science of Reading including emergent literacy instruction.
* Understanding of Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL), trauma-informed practice and student wellbeing frameworks.
* Experience coaching and mentoring teachers to improve curriculum delivery and pedagogical practice.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
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