About this job
This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.
About the Department of Education
The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About Biloela State High School
Biloela is located 125 km west of Gladstone in the Callide Valley. Students come from eight primary schools in the area including two non-state schools.
The school is situated on a large site with two ovals, two basketball courts and a large covered area. A 13.5 ha farm is attached to the school and provides the area for Agriculture Science and Horticulture Programs.
The school has an extensive range of curriculum offerings, with growing flexibility for students in the senior phase.
TAFE link courses, school-based traineeships, structured work placements and alternative programs for students all contribute to a diverse and futures-orientated approach to schooling.
We have Special Education facilities to service our school community. Our experienced staff work closely with students, staff and parents to build learning opportunities for all students.
Your Role
As the Head of Department English you will have responsibility for (but not limited to) the following:
- Lead the English department to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of V9 Australian Curriculum and Senior English syllabus.
- Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
- Set high standards for student and staff performance.
- Develop the quality of teaching and learning within your department
- Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders.
- Manage student behaviour in the English faculty.
- Manage the human, financial and physical resources of the faculty.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to Apply
To apply please attach the following:
- A brief resume (maximum 3 pages) including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor).
- A maximum 1 page written response outlining your suitability for the role. Use the following selection criteria to address your suitability:
- Demonstrated teaching competence and capacity to provide leadership leading to the achievement of quality and improved learning outcomes for all students.
- Demonstrated ability to use analytical skills to contribute to educational outcomes at the school level.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
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