Head of Department in Teaching & Learning - Clermont State High School

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Job Description

Clermont State High School is looking for a dedicate and passionate individual to join the team as Head of Department - Teaching & Learning. In this role, you will lead curriculum focus in line with school and departmental initiatives to improve teaching, learning and assessment of, the Australian Curriculum and the senior syllabuses. You will achieve this by contributing to the success and wellbeing of all students as they transition though each stage of learning in an inclusive learning environment.

Position status:Fixed Term Temporary
Position type:Full-time
Occupational group: Education & Training
Classification:Stream 2 /HO1
Workplace Location: Mackay region
Job ad reference: QLD/CQR383558/21T
Closing date:31-Aug-2021
Yearly salary: $118045 - $124001
Fortnightly salary: $4524.70 - $4752.90
Job duration:Until 24 June 2022, unless otherwise determined
Contact person: Leigh Dyer
Contact details:(07) 4983 4333
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About the School:

At Clermont State High School we provide a high-quality education designed to equip students for the future, enabling them to contribute socially, economically and culturally to a diverse society. Clermont State High School promotes Learning for Life. We prize highly the attributes of respect and studentship. We promote respect for the individual, for others and for learning and the learning environment. We believe in studentship, and hold the expectation that every student will try to participate to the best of their ability.

About the Role:

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

• Lead the school department to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focused 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 school department 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.
• Teachers working in Education and Care Services (including State Delivered Kindergarten programs) require an exemption card issued by Blue Card Services.

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 the key capabilities 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.