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 Kingston State College
Kingston State College consists of a 7-12 High School with 800 students and the Kingston Learning College with 230 students completing 1-3 subjects from years 10-12.
We provide a variety of learning opportunities to suit individual needs. Both our campuses accept enrolments from all areas as there is no management plan in place for the College.
Our College's motto is Progress with Pride which means that all members of the Kingston State College community will Progress with Pride towards their personal best. We have promoted and sustained a school culture based on the values of Commitment, Courtesy, Cooperation and Common sense. We pride ourselves on “Nothing left to Chance” ensuring our graduates continue to be successful in their transition from school to employment, traineeships, apprenticeships and further education and training.
About the Role
As the VET Head of Department, you will lead and manage all VET operations, ensuring compliance with ASQA, QCAA, and other regulatory bodies. Your role includes overseeing the development of training and assessment strategies, maintaining quality assurance processes, and driving continuous improvement. You'll work closely with industry partners to ensure relevant and up-to-date programs.
As the Head of Department, you will:
- Lead curriculum focus in line with school and departmental initiatives
- Participate in delivering the vision of Early Childhood and State Schools Division
- Develop the quality of teaching and learning
- Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders.
- Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
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/may 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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