This is a temporary, full-time position available for a period of 12 months, with the possibility of extension.
About the Department
The Department of Education are 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.
About the School
At Inglewood State School, our Explicit Improvement Agenda focuses on pedagogy. Inglewood State School seeks to create an environment for success for all our students. Our aim is to maximise student learning growth by ensuring we concentrate on the following three areas, mutual respect & relationships for all students, staff and parent/caregivers, developing expertise & capabilities and fore fronting well-being and celebrating all growth.To do this, our school delivers the curriculum through explicit teaching, learning walls and Teach Like a Champion techniques. Teachers have a high standard of professional accountability of their teaching and learning process and intentionally create inviting classrooms. At Inglewood State School, 'we care, we learn and together we succeed'.
About the Role
As the Head of Department (Curriculum) your responsibilities will include, but are not limited, to the following:
- Lead the school community in developing and committing to a shared vision focused on quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Promote socially just practices in daily school life.
- Set high standards for student and staff performance.
- Engage in lifelong learning and professional development.
- Build partnerships with students, parents, agencies, and community groups.
- Be future-oriented and strategic.
- Understand policies and legislation affecting the department.
- Manage department resources to achieve goals.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply
- Attach a brief resume (3-page maximum) including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history).
- Attach a written response (2-page maximum) to the "How you will be assessed" section of 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.
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).
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