About this job
About the Department of Education:
The Department of Education are 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 Brisbane Bayside State College:
Brisbane Bayside State College caters for over 900 secondary students. Set in the beautiful bayside, the college opened in 2010 and provides a safe, respectful and disciplined learning environment for students and staff, where students have opportunities to engage in quality learning experiences and acquire values supportive of their lifelong wellbeing.
About the Role:
As the Head of Department - The Arts, you will be a skilled instructional leader with strong organisational skills and curriculum expertise. You will lead curriculum in line with strategic vision and developed school planning, with a focus on quality teaching and learning for improved student achievement.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Implementation of the Arts Curriculum Years 7-12 through quality pedagogy and teaching and learning practices including Dance, Drama, Instrumental Music, Media Arts, Music and Visual Arts.
- Contribute to the academic learning culture and implement programs and processes in The Arts that support quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Professionally support teachers, especially early career teachers, and contribute to positive staff wellbeing.
- Leadership of whole school Arts enrichment initiatives.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply:
To apply please attach the following:
- A brief resume (maximum 3 pages) including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor)
- A maximum 2 page written response outlining your suitability for the role referring to the key capabilities under the ‘How you will be assessed' section in the attached description.
- Applicants are directed to key school documentation available on our website including Strategic Plan, AIP and other information about our college community and programs.
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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