An exciting opportunity exists for a passionate and motivated Head of Department (Curriculum) to join the Bargara State School community. In this role you will lead curriculum focus in line with school and departmental initiatives and participate in delivering the vision of State Schools Division. You will also develop the quality of teaching and learning and nurture positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders.
Job Type: Temporary
Position Type: Full-time
Location: Wide Bay
Yearly Salary: $114886 - $120682
Contact Name: Ellie Green
Contact Number:
Closing Date: 09-MAR-21

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About Bargara State School

Bargara is a beachside community situated 15 minutes drive from the heart of Bundaberg. With wonderful access the sporting clubs, shopping, beaches, fishing and beautiful natural landscapes Bargara is the perfect place to live, learn and work.

One of the major strengths of a school lies in the ability of the whole school community to work together to bring about the best outcomes for the students. Our school community continues to improve our combined efforts towards our goal of students doing their best.

Through the support and efforts of all involved with Bargara State School we will maintain a positive learning environment for our students. The supportive nature of the school, as well as the careful planning of facilities, will ensure that we working together for our children.

Your Role

As the Head of Department (Curriculum) you will have responsibility for the following:

Lead the relevant curriculum areas or whole school program 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.
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 curriculum areas or whole school program to achieve goals.

A mandatory requirement of this role is:

Current full registration or current provisional registration with eligibility for full registration, as a teacher in Queensland. For more information please CLICK HERE.
Teachers working in Education and Care Services (including State Delivered Kindergarten programs) require an exemption card issued by Blue Card Services. For more information please CLICK HERE.

To apply please attach the following:

A brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor)
A maximum 2 page written response outlining your suitability for the role referring to key capabilities 1-4 under the 'How you will be assessed' section in the attached role description.

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.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.