Head of Department (Curriculum) - Coolum State School

Queensland Government; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government seeks an experienced Head of Department (Curriculum) to provide strategic leadership and drive excellence in teaching, learning and curriculum delivery across the school. The role focuses on curriculum development, implementation and review aligned with frameworks and whole-school priorities.

The position is temporary, full-time, based at Coolum Beach and commencing 21 January 2027, concluding 26 February 2027.

Qualifications

• Experience in curriculum development, delivery and review.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to inclusive and equitable education.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction across curriculum areas and whole-school programs.
• Lead a culture of high expectations, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Embed inclusive practices ensuring all students have access to meaningful learning opportunities.
• Build partnerships with students, parents, staff and community organisations.
• Manage resources to achieve departmental and school priorities.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

We are seeking an experienced, innovative and highly motivated Head of Department (Curriculum) to provide strategic leadership and drive excellence in teaching, learning and curriculum delivery across our school. As Head of Department (Curriculum), you will lead curriculum development, implementation and review, ensuring alignment with relevant curriculum frameworks, assessment requirements and whole-school improvement priorities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership, communication and organisational skills, a deep understanding of contemporary curriculum and pedagogical practices, and a strong commitment to ensuring every student has access to high-quality teaching and learning opportunities. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 21 January 2027 until 26 February 2027, unless otherwise determined.

About Us

Our school is located at Coolum Beach, a growing coastal community with long stretches of sandy surf beaches, approximately a 120 km drive north of Brisbane.

Coolum is a school staffed with energetic, caring and qualified adults who encourage and support all of our students.

Coolum State School provides families with a high quality, public education. We focus on our students with energy, passion and commitment in providing them with the best possible opportunities both inside and outside the classroom.

About The Role

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction across curriculum areas and whole-school programs, developing and implementing a shared educational vision that promotes high-quality teaching, learning and improved outcomes for all students.
• Lead a culture of high expectations, accountability and continuous improvement by establishing clear standards for student achievement and staff performance, while promoting innovative and evidence-informed teaching practices.
• Embed socially just, inclusive and equitable practices into everyday school operations, ensuring all students have access to meaningful learning opportunities and the support required to succeed.
• Build and sustain collaborative partnerships with students, parents, staff, government agencies and community organisations to strengthen educational outcomes, engagement and whole-school improvement.
• Demonstrate future-focused leadership and a commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth, while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies and effectively managing human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources to achieve departmental and school priorities.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Occupational group

Education & Training