Head Of Department - Teaching And Learning - Goondiwindi State High School

Description:

An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated and dynamic educator to join the leadership team as a Head of Department (Secondary) with a focus on Teaching & Learning at Goondiwindi State High School. This role is offered on a temporary full-time basis, for a period of 6 months, unless otherwise determined.
The Head of Department role will lead and manage the activities of students and teachers, in line with the school’s Vision and Values. Working as a member of the school’s senior executive team, you will improve the educational outcomes of students in the school by facilitating quality teaching and learning and nurturing positive relationships.
As the Head of Department you will be responsible for Student management of a Year Level, including enrolment, behaviour management and student welfare support and lead the delivery of all English subjects from Year 7 - 12.
About Goondiwindi State High School
Goondiwindi (pop - 6,500) is a vibrant rural town and locality, with a strong sense of community, on the banks of the Macintyre River approx. 200km east of Toowoomba. It is a centre for agriculture, producing a diverse range of crops and fibres including wool and beef, cotton, sorghum, corn, wheat, and barley.
At Goondiwindi State High School, we are committed to providing a high quality education for local children, utilising the unique support and strength of a strong rural community. The learning programs that we deliver cater for the needs and aspirations of all students. The pursuit of academic excellence for all students has proven to generate successful employment opportunities, access to tertiary education and the pursuit of lifelong learning.
Please refer to our Website to get an insight into what we do and achieve each week.
Department housing may be available.
About The Role
Responsibilities include, but are 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.
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 2-pg 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).
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Occupational group Education & Training