Head of Department - Junior Secondary - Varsity CollegeEducation (Organisation site ( http://qed.qld.gov.au/ ) )
South East Region, Early Childhood and State Schools Division
We are seeking an experienced Head of Department (Junior Secondary) for a full-time permanent position commencing 22 January 2025. As a Head of Department (Junior Secondary) at Varsity College, you will be an integral part of our Secondary teaching team, leading the delivery of a vibrant curriculum to our students and possessing a strong knowledge of content and pedagogy.
You will specialise in the ability to differentiate the curriculum to the diverse learning needs of our student cohort, particularly in the area of the junior secondary phase of learning. You will possess a passion for promoting and embedding an inclusive culture and practices within the school community, ensuring equity and excellence, with a strong desire to engage, connect and enhance learning outcomes for all students.
The Department of Education is 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.
About Us Varsity College is a Prep to Year 12 (split campus) school which prides itself on a strong history of academic, sporting, cultural and community excellence. Our college has high expectations in terms of achievement, behaviour and appearance, and all members of the College community understand and support our high expectations culture.
About the Role Under the direction and leadership of the Deputy Principal (Junior Secondary) in your role as Head of Department you will:
Focus on initiatives to support the educational outcomes for students, specifically in the junior phase of learning.Track key attendance data sets with focus on YTD, TTD and weekly trends.Support the Dean in issuing consequences for students with patterns of truancy, late to class, late to school and early departures.Determine actions for at-risk students through data analysis at key junctures, and strategise interventions.Lead the Academic Action Plan intervention group and the analysis of Yr 7 NAPLAN data.Track student behaviour data with a focus on daily, weekly and termly junctures, and Case Manage students.Lead behaviour including referrals for proactive programs and supportive measures, including referrals to support team, goal setting with students, and enacting consequences for behaviour.Lead the organisation of Orientation Day, primary school engagement and transition events.Lead and support PAT testing.Be committed to creating a school-wide culture of wellbeing, engagement and personal achievement that values diversity, responding to the needs and interests of students and staff.Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. How to Apply Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); andA maximum 2-page written response addressing key capabilities 1-4 of the 'How you will be assessed' section of the 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. 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). 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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