Head Of Department - Calliope State High School, Education

Queensland Government; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Department of Education invites applications for Head of Department at Calliope State High School in Rockhampton, QLD. You will drive high-quality HPE curriculum, lead staff development and oversee flagship programs to boost student engagement and achievement.

The role requires strategic leadership and collaboration to improve teaching and learning, with a focus on innovative programs and inclusive education across the school community.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of school departments or programs.
• Experience designing and delivering high-quality curriculum.
• Ability to coach teachers and build staff capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-quality HPE curriculum, assessment and moderation practices.
• Build staff capability through observation, feedback, coaching and goal setting.
• Provide strategic leadership for signature programs (Rugby League Excellence, Agriculture, Pedal Prix).
• Lead the Sports Coordinator to deliver sporting opportunities and student participation.
• Provide curriculum leadership for junior Japanese Languages program.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum leadership

Staff coaching

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor of Education or equivalent

Leadership qualification (preferred)

Job description

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 .

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.

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

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.

Head of Department - Calliope State High School, Education Rockhampton, Australia