Head of Department - Calliope State High School

Queensland Government; Rockhampton Regional; Vor Ort; AUD 110.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Calliope State High School, part of the Queensland Department of Education, seeks an educational leader to join the leadership team as Head of Department for Health and Physical Education and Signature Programs in Calliope, Central Queensland. The role focuses on leading curriculum, assessment and staff development to drive student success and engagement.

The position offers strategic oversight of signature programs and collaboration with the Sports Coordinator and broader school leadership to

Qualifikationen

• Experience leading a school department or program.
• Proven ability to improve teaching and learning outcomes.
• Ability to build staff capability through coaching and feedback.
• Strong collaboration with staff and communities.

Aufgaben

• Lead the implementation of high-quality HPE 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 the school's signature programs, including Rugby League Excellence Program, Agriculture excellence, Pedal Prix team and development of future opportunities.
• Lead and support the school's Sports Coordinator to deliver quality sporting opportunities and promote student participation.
• Provide curriculum leadership and line management for the school's junior Japanese Languages program.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Educational leadership

Curriculum development

Staff coaching

Strategic planning

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Education

Master's in Education/Leadership

Tools

Education management systems

Jobbeschreibung

Calliope State High School is seeking a motivated and passionate educational leader to join our leadership team as Head of Department ￂ Health and Physical Education and Signature Programs.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic faculty, build staff capability and contribute to the continued growth of our school's signature programs.

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 in Calliope, 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, strong community connections and supporting every student to achieve success.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Lead the implementation of high-quality HPE 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 the school's signature programs, including our Rugby League Excellence Program, Agriculture excellence, Pedal Prix team and the development of future opportunities that enhance student engagement and achievement.
• Lead and support the school's Sports Coordinator to deliver quality sporting opportunities and promote student participation.
• Provide curriculum leadership and line management for the school's junior Japanese Languages program.

The role is currently for term 1, with the possibility to become a permanent position. We are seeking 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 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.

Occupational group

Education & Training