About this job
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 Narangba Valley State High School
Narangba Valley State High School is a beacon of educational excellence where collaboration between educators, parents, and the community cultivates unparalleled learning experiences.
At Narangba Valley, we are steadfast in our mission to prepare students for the dynamic challenges of tomorrow. Through a holistic approach, we not only impart knowledge but also instil essential skills and foster exemplary character traits, ensuring our students thrive in an ever-evolving world.
Embracing our motto, 'Challenging the Future,' we embolden our students to think critically, innovate boldly, and make meaningful contributions to society. Guided by our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Commitment, we are passionately committed to shaping the future for young Queenslanders, one student at a time.
About the Role
The suitable candidate for this position will be a highly capable instructional leader, as well as demonstrating strong organisational and management skills, be futures-orientated and innovative.
They will have strong knowledge and understanding of the English Australian Curriculum V9 as well as senior English subjects.
As a Head of Department - The English at Narangba Valley State High School you will have responsibility for leading the following activities and delivery of the following key tasks:
- Strategically co-lead the English Faculty to
- Develop the quality of teaching and learning
- Build expert teaching teams
- Lead staff through cycles of systematic curriculum delivery
- Set high standards for student and staff performance.
- Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
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 2-pg response to the How you will be Assessed section of 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.
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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