EOI - Head of Department (Secondary) - Sarina State High School, Education

Sarina State High School is looking for a passionate Head of Department (Secondary) to join our Senior Leadership Team. The successful applicant needs to demonstrate curriculum leadership across a range of learning areas. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 22 April 2025 to 27 June 2025, unless otherwise determined. This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months. About Us: Sarina State High School is a regional school of approximately 850 students. The school is situated close to beautiful beaches, rainforest and is a short 25 minute drive to the city of Mackay. Our school emphasises a culture of high expectations. We are dedicated to ensuring that every student will exit our school with the learning, training and qualifications to enter a pathway suited to their needs and aspirations. Our school community is strengthened by the relationship we have with the local community which enables us to provide our students with individualised pathways. We offer a broad range of subjects to ensure our students have every opportunity for success. Our Year 12 academic outcomes exceed the state average in both ATAR and QCE attainment. We value the contribution of every staff member in our team and we are committed to the well-being of staff and students in our school community About the Role: Responsibilities include, but not limited to; 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 on schooling especially in relation to students and staff within the school department. Manage the human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources of the school department to achieve goals. 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 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. Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply. 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. )

Location: Erakala, AU

Posted Date: 5/3/2025