This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.About the Department of Education: 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 Aldridge State High School:Aldridge State High school began in 1973 and has delivered quality student outcomes across 50 years in Maryborough. Our emphasis is Success Through Effort with our vison focused on Engaged students learning with expert, accountable staff in a calm, ordered and caring environmentAbout the Role:As the Head of Department, you will:* Lead curriculum focus in line with school and departmental initiatives. * Participate in delivering the vision of State Schools Division. * Develop the quality of teaching and learning. * Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders.The Head of Department is accountable to and under the direction of the Principal or delegate.As the Year Level Coordinator of Year 7, you will:* Manage Year 7 behaviour management and attendance * Work with school welfare team to engage with and support students with needs * Work with school exec team through data analysis to enhance student outcomes * Lead the school transition program linked to primary feeder schoolsPlease 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 have an understanding of your relevant work history). * Attach a 1-page written statement in response to the attached role description. We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply. 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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