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 Holloways Beach Environmental Education Centre
Holloways Beach Environmental Education Centre offers a variety of outdoor, environmental, TAFE and VET accredited coursework programs to students in grades 4 - 12. Learning activities within programs are linked to the Australian Curriculum Version 9 and/or QCAA senior syllabus. OnTrek programs target students at risk of disengagement in years 9-12 and have a strong focus on developing students well being and personal and social capabilities.
About the Role
As the Head of Department, you will manage a team of teachers delivering programs to schools in the Far North Region aimed at increasing QCE completion rates, improving student outcomes and lifting attendance rates.
Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- You will liaise with Principals and key teachers in client schools to facilitate student learning in the areas of Outdoor recreation, active volunteering and sports coaching
- Oversee budgeting for OnTrek program and overall program resources
- Collaborate with multiple VET partners to ensure comprehensive program support, contract management and facilitator currency and competency to deliver VET in schools
- Maintain an overview of program operations, ensuring alignment with strategic goals
- Develop and implement curriculum focused on outdoor recreation and active volunteering and sports coaching
- Manage corporate card usage and comply with procurement processes
- Build and maintain partnerships with schools, ensuring clear communication and alignment of objectives
- Identify and manage risks related to program activities
- Ensure staff possess the necessary qualifications to deliver outdoor recreation and active volunteering programs
- Engage with Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority, Australian Skills Quality Authority, and Department of Employment, Small Business and Training to ensure compliance
- Lead small teams focused on curriculum and pedagogy in adventure-based learning
- Implement data tracking systems to monitor program effectiveness and participant engagement
- Develop and manage timetables that optimize program delivery
- Oversee relationships with external partners, ensuring a contextualised learning program and intentional outcomes
- Facilitate or provide access to professional development for staff
- Monitor and assess program outcomes and make necessary adjustments
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).
- Applicants should also provide a written response to the following question - What experience have you had as an educational leader leading and delivering Vocational courses and/or engagement programs in either a school, regional or central office role? (250-word limit).
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.
e 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.