Head of Department - Science - Bundaberg State High School, EducationDepartment of Education QLD – North Coast QLDBundaberg State High School has an exciting opportunity for a permanent Head of Department - Science to join our senior leadership team!The successful candidate will have demonstrated passion and enthusiasm to lead the teaching and learning of the Science curriculum. Leading the development of the program of instruction and assessment, aligned to the curriculum, whilst centring on relevance and real-world connection to promote student interest and engagement, is the fundamental core business for this position.About the Role As the Head of Department, you will:Lead curriculum focus in line with school and departmental initiativesParticipate in delivering the vision of State Schools DivisionDevelop the quality of teaching and learningNurture positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholdersPlay a lead role in building the school priority agendas of STEM, Aerospace, GISPH2 and the Bundaberg Educational Health HUBPlay a lead role in the management of Health, Safety and Wellbeing and Chemical ManagementBuild and maintain community connections and links to industry to support pathway opportunities for studentsThe Head of Department is accountable to and under the direction of the Principal or delegate.About You The successful candidate must have the demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with students and maintain high expectations for student behaviour and performance. In addition, the demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and lead the planning and implementation of new and evolving curriculum and assessment, that is inclusive of all students, is essential.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 written statement in response to the attached role descriptionWe 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). #J-18808-Ljbffr