Head of Department (Curriculum) - Western Cape CollegeEducation (Organisation site)Far North Queensland Region, Early Childhood and State Schools DivisionAre you an experienced curriculum leader eager to join a high-performing team? Western Cape College is looking for a passionate and collaborative leader to join our dynamic Primary leadership team.This exciting opportunity will allow the successful applicant to lead curriculum in line with school and departmental initiatives while nurturing positive relationships between students, teachers, the community, and stakeholders.If you are passionate about creating transformative educational experiences and have the leadership skills to drive success, we invite you to apply for this Head of Department (Curriculum) position.About Western Cape CollegeThe Western Cape College is a unique state school with two campuses located in Mapoon (P-6) and Weipa (P-12), as well as a secondary residential facility also located in Weipa. Each campus is set in its own amazing cultural, social, and geographical environment, spread over a vast area of the Cape York Peninsula in Far North Queensland.As the largest P-12 school in the Cape, we have an important role to play in supporting and continuing to lead innovative practices with Indigenous and Remote Education. Western Cape College captures our values as four pillars that guide our everyday work, strategic decisions, and service delivery:ConnectionLearningLeadingRelocation expenses may be negotiated with the successful applicant. Subsidised departmental accommodation is available for eligible applicants, and remote incentives apply.About the RoleYou will have responsibility for leading the following activities and delivery of the following key tasks:Lead the relevant curriculum areas or whole College program to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focused on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.Work across a number of teams planning, moderating, and responding to data.Provide advice to the Leadership Team on curriculum matters.Embed socially just practices in daily school life.Set high standards for student and staff performance.Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.Form partnerships with students, parents, other government agencies, and community groups.Be futures oriented and strategic.Understand the legislation and policies that impact schooling, especially in relation to students and staff within the school department.The suitable candidate will have:Ability to work alongside and lead teams.Demonstrated ability to drive curriculum change in your own context would be an advantage.Please 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 2-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.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).We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.
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