Runcorn State High School is seeking applications from motivated, proactive, and innovative leaders to fill the permanent position of Head of Department Science.
If you are passionate about education and have the vision to drive curriculum excellence, we invite you to apply and be part of our dedicated team.
About the Department of Education:
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Who We Are:
Located in Brisbane's south, Runcorn State High School is a vibrant and culturally diverse school with a focus on building a responsibility for learning through high expectations and personalised learning. Our goal is to lead and empower our school community to develop creative, independent, and resilient learners who pursue aspirational future pathways. The school prides itself on its academic, cultural and sporting excellence programs and as a positive education school, there is a strong focus on student wellbeing.
Step Into Your Next Chapter:
An exciting opportunity exists for a dedicated and dynamic individual to join the leadership team at Runcorn State High School in the role of Head of Department Science. In this role you will lead the curriculum area of Science in line with departmental initiatives. You will also be responsible for the leadership of STEM initiatives, including our primary STEM program.
Responsibilities inlcude:
* Lead the relevant curriculum area/whole school program to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focused on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
* Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
* Set high standards for student and staff performance.
* Form partnerships with students, parents, other government agencies, and community groups.
* Manage the human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources of the curriculum areas or whole school program to achieve goals.
Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.
Submit Your Application:
* Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
* Attach a 2-page response to the How you may be assessed section of the attached role description.
* Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration 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.