Head of Department - Teaching and Learning - Yeronga State High SchoolEducation (Organisation site)
Metropolitan South Region, Early Childhood and State Schools Division
Yeronga State High School is currently seeking applications for a passionate, highly-skilled, and innovative leader to join the leadership team as Head of Department - Teaching and Learning. This temporary, full-time role commences on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
The successful applicant will lead Teaching and Learning across the school, articulating and committing to a shared educational vision focused on ensuring quality learning outcomes for all students. They will foster positive relationships among students, teachers, and stakeholders.
If you're eager to make a meaningful impact on student outcomes and join our dedicated team, we encourage you to apply!
Job detailsPosition status: Fixed Term Temporary
Position type: Full-time
Occupational group: Education & Training
Classification: Stream 2 /HO1
Workplace Location: Job ad reference: QLD/MSR597978/24T
Closing date: 31-Oct-2024
Yearly salary: $142500 - $145020
Fortnightly salary: $5462.00 - $5558.60
Job duration: A period of 12 months unless otherwise determined
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.
About Yeronga State High SchoolEstablished in 1960, Yeronga SHS is a strongly connected, environmentally conscious school community that has the well-being of the child central to all learning experiences. Students will be equipped with the real-world skills, experience, and knowledge to think creatively and critically in an increasingly complex world. All students and staff work together to uphold our values of Quality, Harmony, and Sustainability.
Yeronga State High School is located in Brisbane's inner south side. We are a medium-sized school with approximately 955 students. Staff, students, and parents take a great deal of pride in our school community and we consistently achieve outstanding results in academic, sporting, and cultural pursuits.
About the RoleLead the Teaching and Learning to develop, articulate, and commit to a shared educational vision focused on ensuring consistent practices across the school, particularly in moderation, implementation of Version 9 of The Australian Curriculum, and establishing a whole-school approach to pedagogy. A key focus will also be identifying and supporting gifted and talented students who require extension. A strong understanding of curriculum development and commitment to fostering student growth is essential for this role.
As the Head of Department, you will:
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.A mandatory requirement of this role is: Current full registration, or current provisional registration with eligibility for full registration, as a teacher in Queensland. Information on registration requirements is available at www.qct.edu.au or on toll free 1300 720 944.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 response to the How you will/may 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). 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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