About this job
About Us:
Mackay State High School is a large and diverse school community located in the heart of the Mackay CBD. Our mission is to deliver educational excellence and offer diverse pathways for our students, underpinned by a culture of inclusion, high expectations, and pride. We are dedicated to helping every student reach their full potential, whether in academics, sports, culture, or the arts. Our programs are designed to meet individual learning needs and career aspirations, with a strong emphasis on building positive and supportive relationships among teachers, students, parents, and the wider community.
At Mackay State High School, our core values of Respect, Responsibility, and Resilience guide everything we do, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all. We are proud of our vision, "We Believe … We Achieve, Mackay High Pride," and are committed to living it every day.
About the Role:
Responsibilities include, but not limited to;
- Lead curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and moderation practices across the faculty
- Collect, analyse and interpret data to improve student achievement and engagement;
- Support teachers to achieve high standards and to develop their capacity through professional learning, coaching and feedback;
- Form collaborative partnerships with relevant industry and external organisations
- Support, model and coach teachers in classroom management techniques to enhance student engagement
- Form strong learning partnerships with students, parents and external stakeholders in case management processes
- Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling especially in relation to curriculum activity risk assessments, workplace health and safety and students and staff within the HPE and Sports department.
- Manage the human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources of the school department to achieve goals.
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 written statement in response to 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).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.