Head of Science: Curriculum Leader & Team Builder

St Paul's School; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

St Paul’s School in Brisbane invites applications for Head of Science to lead the planning, implementation and reporting of the Science curriculum for Years 7–12, aligned with the Australian Curriculum and QCAA syllabuses.

You will lead departmental staff, recruit and manage performance, promote student wellbeing and safety, uphold the School’s Code of Conduct and Ethos, and foster a collaborative culture that drives academic excellence.

Qualifications

• A degree or higher in the relevant field and a diploma or teaching qualification.
• Current Queensland College of Teachers registration.
• Ability to work collaboratively and professionally with staff across the School to support shared objectives.
• Outstanding teaching practice.
• Collaborative leadership.
• Expert knowledge and understanding of curriculum, pedagogy and assessment for the learning area.
• Effective administration, communication and time management.
• High level of professional standards and conduct.
• Be an active supporter of the School’s Ethos Statement.
• Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of appropriate professional boundaries and standards when working with children and young people.
• Additional qualifications in educational leadership or similar.

Responsibilities

• To provide effective leadership, direction and guidance in all matters of Science curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and reporting, within the framework and strategic direction of St Paul’s School.
• To manage all matters in relation to the Australian Curriculum and QCAA Senior syllabuses for the learning area across Years 7-12.
• To lead a culture of learning that fosters academic success and supports students as they work towards their academic potential.
• To lead and manage departmental staff, including recruitment, performance management and the ongoing development of teaching and administrative roles to support the department’s daily operations.
• Promote the wellbeing, safety, and cultural safety of children and young people, in accordance with Queensland Child Safe Standards and the School’s Child Safe policies and procedures.
• Adhere to and uphold the School’s Code of Conduct, as outlined in the Code of Conduct for Anglican Schools and Education & Care Services.

Skills

Degree

QCT Registration

Collaboration

Teaching Excellence

Leadership

Curriculum Knowledge

Administrative Skills

Professional Standards

Ethos Alignment

Child Safety Awareness

Education

Degree or higher in relevant field

Teaching qualification / Diploma

Job description

St Paul’s School in Brisbane invites applications for Head of Science to lead the planning, implementation and reporting of the Science curriculum for Years 7–12, aligned with the Australian Curriculum and QCAA syllabuses.

You will lead departmental staff, recruit and manage performance, promote student wellbeing and safety, uphold the School’s Code of Conduct and Ethos, and foster a collaborative culture that drives academic excellence.