Head of Department (Curriculum) - Waraburra State School

EducationHQ; Rockhampton; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution is seeking a Head of Department (Curriculum) in Rockhampton. The role involves leading curriculum initiatives, supporting the transition to the Australian Curriculum Version 9, and enhancing the quality of teaching. Ideal candidates will have experience in low socio-economic primary schools and a commitment to fostering positive educational relationships. This role promotes an inclusive recruitment process.

Qualifications

• Experience in low socio-economic primary schools.
• Background in using Australian Curriculum resources.
• Ability to develop positive educational relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum focus according to school initiatives.
• Support transition to the Australian Curriculum Version 9.
• Enhance teaching and learning quality.

Skills

Engagement in low socio-economic primary schools

Knowledge of systematic synthetic phonics

Ability to nurture relationships

Job description

Overview

job recruited via Department of Education and Training (Queensland) (Brisbane, Queensland, Australia)

Job Reference QLD/CQR659715/25T

Closing date September 24, 2025

Location Rockhampton region

Contact 07 4931 7888

About The Department

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 The School

Welcome to Waraburra State School, a proud and inclusive learning community located in Gracemere on the lands of the Darumbal people. Our name and school symbol reflect the rich local heritage and the strong partnerships between students, staff, families and the wider community. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive and engaging environment where every student from Prep to Year 6 is empowered to grow and succeed. Through quality teaching aligned with the Australian Curriculum, inclusive practices, and programs in STEM, Japanese, music and sport, we offer diverse learning opportunities. At Waraburra, together we learn, grow and achieve.

About The Role

As the Head of Department (Curriculum), you will be responsible for leading the curriculum focus in alignment with school and departmental initiatives, supporting the transition to the Australian Curriculum Version 9 (AC v9), and collaboratively enhancing the quality of teaching and learning. You will also play a key role in fostering positive relationships among students, teachers, and stakeholders to support a cohesive and effective learning environment.

Your Responsibilities

As the Head of Department (Curriculum), your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• An understanding of working in low socio-economic primary schools, with a strong determination to work with community to overcome barriers to learning.
• A background in engaging with the Reading through the Australian Curriculum resources and modules
• their knowledge in using the Equity and Excellence priorities to positively impact the teaching and learning of the school
• a focus on systematic synthetic phonics, particularly in the early years of schooling
• Leading the curriculum focus in line with school and departmental initiatives
• Participate in delivering the transition to AC v9.
• Collaboratively develop the quality of teaching and learning
• Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders.

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.

Interested? To Apply

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history);
• Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
• Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description

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.