About this job
About Us
QASMT is an International Baccalaureate World School and is proud to uphold the values of an IB education. QASMT offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) as its core curriculum in Years 11-12, the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IBMYP) to our students in Years 7-9 and an IBDP preparation program in Year 10. The IBDP is a demanding pre-university course of study that culminates in international external examinations. It has earned a reputation for rigorous learning and assessment, and as such gives IBD holders access to the world's leading universities. The program incorporates the strengths of a traditional curriculum, but with three important additional features, Creativity Action and Service, Theory of Knowledge and Extended Essay. The IBMYP provides a rigorous framework through which the Australian Curriculum is delivered, with a specific focus on Approaches to Teaching and Learning that provide a strong focus on pedagogy and student-centred learning. QASMT is partnered with the University of Queensland who offer a range of enrichment programs to nurture highly capable students.
About the Role
QASMT is seeking a Head of Department who will provide professional leadership and management of a house team as well as support high quality teaching, effective use of resources, and high standards of learning and achievement for all students. The position is known locally as House Dean. The House Dean is responsible for the academic progress and wellbeing of students within the house and will assist the Principal in the overall leadership and development of the Academy.
The suitable applicant will be a high calibre, outstanding educational leader with a contemporary leadership style focussed on collegial engagement, collaboration and innovation in order to foster and drive continuous improvement throughout the Academy. We are seeking a leader who is passionate about engaging and supporting students to achieve the highest possible outcomes, preferably with experience in positive psychology to contribute to our Positive Education Program. In addition, the role requires a passionate, high-energy leader who is able to work in a fast-paced, high expectations environment, with a proven record of accomplishment of working with high achieving students.
This is a unique opportunity and interested applicants are strongly encouraged to contact EAtoPrincipal@qasmt.eq.edu.au for further details prior to applying.
Applications are encouraged from appropriately qualified and experienced educators with exceptional relational skills who display the warmth, energy, integrity and passion to inspire our students and engage with our Academy community.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to Apply
Simply click the Green 'Apply online' button below, enter your personal details and please submit the following documents:
- A current resume (maximum 3 pages)
- Contact details for 2 referees (one of whom is your current or most recent supervisor)
- A written response (maximum 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role under 'How You Will Be Assessed' in 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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