At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead curriculum development and inspire excellence in teaching at Morayfield State School.
- Company: Join the Queensland Department of Education, promoting innovation and diversity.
- Benefits: Flexible work-life balance, professional development, and a supportive community.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for career growth and community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' learning journeys and foster a culture of high expectations.
- Qualifications: Experience in low socio-economic contexts and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
About the Department of
Education: Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation.
Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance.
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About us: Situated in the heart of Morayfield, our school provides education from Prep to Year 6 within a supportive framework of high expectation.
Opening in 1873, our school has a proud history, strong community and is committed to the high standard of education for all students.
All students at Morayfield State School are encouraged to demonstrate our school values of Be Safe, Be Respectful and Be Responsible in their actions, every day in every way in every location.
Our school motto of 'Aim High' is something that we support every student to do throughout their learning journey.
Your opportunity: This role encompasses 0.6 HOD/Curriculum with a 0.4 Class teacher allocation.
The HOD/Curriculum is responsible for supporting the strategic and operational implementation and instructional leadership of Morayfield State School improvement priorities.
The successful candidate will have experience and knowledge working within low socio-economic contexts, trauma informed practices and ability to lead and inspire others.
This role has a strong curriculum focus and plays a key part in fostering excellence in teaching and learning across the school.
The successful applicant will work collaboratively with staff to promote consistent, evidence-based pedagogical practices that support every student to achieve success.
Responsibilities include: Lead curriculum areas or whole-school programs in developing and pursuing a shared educational vision that delivers quality learning outcomes for all students.
Promote socially just practices and maintain high expectations for student and staff performance across the school.
Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and ongoing professional development.
Build effective partnerships with students, parents, government agencies and community groups to support educational goals.
Apply strategic, future-focused thinking while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies, and managing human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources to achieve program objectives.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
Interested?
Apply: Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
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.
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.
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