Head of Department (Curriculum) - WoodLinks State School (0.2 FTE), Education

Head of Department (Curriculum) - WoodLinks State School (0.2 FTE), Education

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WoodLinks State School is seeking applications for a Head of Department (Curriculum) to join on a temporary part-time basis, at 0.20 FTE per fortnight, for 7 months unless otherwise determined.

This role works with Grades 4-6 alongside the substantive HOD (C), who covers the remaining 0.8 FTE. There is also a HOD (C) for Prep - Grade 3.

About WoodLinks State School

Located between Ipswich and Brisbane in Collingwood Park, our school enrolls 830 students from 46 countries. Our community actively engages in student learning, fostering social and emotional development through programs like Positive Engagement for Learning and The Resilience Project, leading to high academic and behavioral outcomes.

About the Role

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, collaborating with other HOD(C)s and contributing to the broader Leadership Team, including the Principal, Deputy Principals, Head of Inclusive Practice, and a Support Teacher (Literacy and Numeracy).

The primary focus will be extending our work in Shared Dialogic Reading, supported by a solid understanding of the Australian Curriculum (Version 9) in English, Maths, and Science, and the Building Thinking Classrooms approach.

Responsibilities include:

1. Leading curriculum areas or whole-school programs to develop and implement a shared educational vision aimed at delivering quality learning outcomes for all students.
2. Embedding socially just practices in daily school life.
3. Setting high standards for student and staff performance.
4. Participating in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.

Please refer to the attached role description for mandatory requirements.

How to Apply

• Attach a brief resume with contact details for two referees familiar with your relevant work history.
• Provide a 2-page response to the 'How you will be Assessed' section of the role description.

We welcome support requests to ensure an inclusive recruitment process.

Applications are valid for 12 months and may be considered for similar vacancies. Recruitment agencies are not accepted. A current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) is required.

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