This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.About us:Located approximately 15 kilometres north of Brisbane, Albany Creek State High School is a leading Independent Public School catering for students from Years 7-12.With a strong tradition of academic, cultural and sporting success, the school offers diverse learning and enrichment opportunities, including specialised Programs of Excellence.Guided by its vision of Connected Community, Inclusive Culture, Outstanding Futures, the school is committed to fostering student achievement, wellbeing and a strong sense of belonging.Your opportunity:Responsible for the leadership of the Humanities department 7-12 including curriculum oversight and quality assurance processes and high-quality teaching and learning.The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing Humanities events (excursions and incursions) and running the school's debating program.As part of the HOD Humanities portfolio, the successful applicant will work with school's HOD English to continue the leadership of the Whole School Approach to Reading and coordinate the Metro North Humanities HOD cluster. Expertise in Legal Studies will be favoured.Responsibilities include:Lead the school department in developing and maintaining a shared educational vision centred on achieving quality learning outcomes for all students.Promote socially just practices throughout the school while maintaining high expectations for student and staff performance.Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning, ongoing professional development and strategic, future-focused planning.Establish and maintain effective partnerships with students, parents, government agencies and community groups.Oversee the department's human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources, ensuring relevant legislation and policies are understood and followed.Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.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 written statement in response to the attached role description.Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached role description.We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
EOI - Head of Department - Humanities - Albany Creek State High School in Brisbane employer: Queensland Government
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