Head of Department - Industrial Design & Technology - Caboolture State High School

Job Reference QLD/MNR606832/24T
Closing date December 12, 2024
Location Brisbane - North
Type Full-Time
Contact (07) 5498 0111

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 Caboolture State High School

Together, we are creating bright futures for our students by building on the schools' successes and traditions. Our school community is proud of the inclusive culture it has created for a diverse range of students, winning the State-wide Showcase award for Excellence in Inclusive Education and the North Coast Region award for Indigenous Education in 2020. We were again recognised as state finalists in both categories in 2021.

Teaching and learning is our core focus, as we aim to inspire and challenge our students to develop a generosity of spirit for others, resilience when facing adversity, integrity in their conduct and tenacity in their approach to learning and life. Our staff understand the importance of identity, purpose and belonging the young people in our care need, based on our school vision and values - Persistence, Respect, Integrity, Diligence and Excellence (PRIDE) . Together we are 'Making the difference today … for tomorrow'.

About the Role

Head of Department (Secondary) Industrial Technologies & Design you will:

  • Lead the implementation of curriculum and assessment frameworks (ACARA, QCAA and VET)
  • Develop and execute strategic plans that align with the school's priorities
  • Support the teaching team in applying the School's Code of Conduct for Students.
  • Facilitate differentiated learning and assessment practices.
  • Lead and support teaching team through effective communication, faculty meetings, individual coaching, and PDP's.

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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