Head of Department - Calliope State High School

Queensland Department of Education; Calliope; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Calliope State High School in Central Queensland invites applications for Head of Department – Technologies and The Arts. This leadership role guides two curriculum areas, drives high-quality teaching and learning, and expands innovative programs for students across the school.

Join a collaborative team and build staff capability through observation, feedback and goal setting, while developing partnerships with industry and community to enhance student pathways and extracurricular opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of high-quality Technologies and The Arts curriculum, assessment and moderation practices to improve student learning outcomes.
• Build staff capability through classroom observations, constructive feedback, coaching and professional goal setting.
• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of extracurricular activities and programs across Technologies and The Arts, fostering creativity, innovation and student engagement.
• Support the development and expansion of opportunities for students to showcase their skills, talents and achievements through school and community events, exhibitions, performances and competitions.
• Foster collaborative partnerships with staff, industry and community organisations to strengthen learning opportunities and student pathways.
• Lead the student management of an allocated year level, supporting positive student behaviour, engagement, wellbeing and achievement through proactive case management and collaboration with staff and families.

Job description

Head of Department - Calliope State High School

Queensland Department of Education – Queensland

Calliope State High School is seeking a motivated and passionate educational leader to join our leadership team as Head of Department ￂ Technologies and The Arts.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead two diverse curriculum areas, build staff capability and contribute to the continued growth of innovative learning opportunities and extracurricular programs across the school.

If you are a collaborative and proactive leader who is passionate about improving teaching and learning, developing staff capability and creating opportunities for students to excel both inside and outside the classroom we would love to hear from you!

About the Department of Education:

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

About us:

Calliope State High School is a modern secondary school located approximately 20 minutes from Gladstone in Central Queensland.

Opened in 2020, the school caters for students from Years 7-12 and offers a diverse range of academic, sporting and vocational opportunities, including Programs of Excellence in Football, STEAM, Music and AUSLAN. Guided by its values of Attitude, Strength and Purpose, the school is committed to inclusive education, high‑quality teaching and learning, and supporting every student to achieve their potential.

Your opportunity:

• Lead the implementation of high-quality Technologies and The Arts curriculum, assessment and moderation practices to improve student learning outcomes.
• Build staff capability through classroom observations, constructive feedback, coaching and professional goal setting.
• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of extracurricular activities and programs across Technologies and The Arts, fostering creativity, innovation and student engagement.
• Support the development and expansion of opportunities for students to showcase their skills, talents and achievements through school and community events, exhibitions, performances and competitions.
• Foster collaborative partnerships with staff, industry and community organisations to strengthen learning opportunities and student pathways.
• Lead the student management of an allocated year level, supporting positive student behaviour, engagement, wellbeing and achievement through proactive case management and collaboration with staff and families.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.