Head of Department - English - Biloela State High School

Job Reference QLD/CQR624915/25P
Closing date March 23, 2025
Location Rockhampton region
Status Permanent
Contact 07 4992 8666

About this job

About Us:

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 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.
Departmental housing is available.

About the Role:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

  • Lead the English faculty 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:

  • Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
  • A maximum 2 page written response outlining your suitability for the role based on the selection criteria for the role.

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. 

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). 

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. 

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