Description:
Redbank Plains State High School is seeking a passionate and dynamic leader to drive excellence as Head of Department - Humanities and Languages. As Head of Department - Humanities and Languages, you will lead a collaborative team, shape an engaging curriculum, and inspire students to think critically and empathetically. Join a school with a proud history of academic, sporting, and cultural achievements, where high expectations and strong community connections create endless opportunities for growth.
Be part of a forward-thinking leadership team that values innovation, inclusivity, and success for all. This is a temporary full-time position for a period of 6 months, unless otherwise determined.
About Us:
Redbank Plains State High School was established in 1987, our school is dedicated to empowering students with the knowledge, skills, and global perspectives needed for success in a changing world. For more than thirty five years the school has delivered high quality academic, sporting and cultural programs to the community. The school has high expectations of its students and is dedicated to ensuring successful pathways for all to attain their aspirations.
We are a school committed to maximising student outcomes in a safe and supportive learning environment, developing the students' abilities in academic, cultural and sporting areas while enhancing their social skills so they can interact effectively at school and succeed as part of the wider community. We seek to develop optimistic, dynamic young people who have positive values and a commitment to the good of society and the environment.
About the Role:
Responsibilities include, but not limited to;
- Lead the school department to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
- 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.
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); and
- A 2-pg response to the How you will 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).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. ( https://alt-qed.qed.qld.gov.au/working-with-us/induction/department/human-resources/inclusion-and-diversity#:~:text=Pathways%20to%20Parity,participate%20fully%20in%20our%20workplaces. )