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
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Develop and execute Junior Schooling Action Plan
- Manage and oversee yr 7 - 9 Academy Programs
- Oversee Junior Secondary Leadership
- Manage the administration of NAPLAN
- Coordinate Student Engagement and Alternate Programs
- Lead the school department to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
- Set high standards for student and staff performance.
- Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
- Form partnerships with students, parents, other government agencies, and community groups.
- Be futures oriented and strategic.
- Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling especially in relation to students and staff within the school department.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page 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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