Head of English Dept. & Curriculum Innovator

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

Job summary

Forest Lake State High School in Queensland seeks a Head of Department - English to provide strong educational leadership, drive teaching excellence and raise student achievement across the English faculty.

Lead curriculum planning, support evidence-informed practices, and foster collaborative professional growth within a culture of continuous improvement, partnership with students, families and community.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of a shared educational vision focused on achieving high-quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Promote socially just, inclusive and equitable practices while maintaining high standards of performance and accountability for students and staff.
• Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning, reflective practice and ongoing professional development to support continuous improvement.
• Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships with students, parents, government agencies and community organisations to enhance student learning and wellbeing.
• Provide strategic, future-focused leadership by ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies, and effectively managing human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources to achieve departmental goals.

Job description

Forest Lake State High School in Queensland seeks a Head of Department - English to provide strong educational leadership, drive teaching excellence and raise student achievement across the English faculty.

Lead curriculum planning, support evidence-informed practices, and foster collaborative professional growth within a culture of continuous improvement, partnership with students, families and community.