Head of Department - Industrial Technology and Design - Brisbane Youth Education and Training Centre
Education (Organisation site ( http://qed.qld.gov.au/ ) )
Metropolitan South Region, Early Childhood and State Schools Division
An exciting opportunity exists for a highly skilled, innovative and experienced educational leader who is keen to contribute to the continuing growth and development of the Brisbane Youth Education and Training Centre (BYETC). As the Head of Department (Industrial Technology and Design), you will be responsible for leading a small team of teachers and vocational trainers to enact the school's strategic plan and explicit improvement agenda.
The successful applicant will be responsible for continual improvement of the curriculum, nurturing relationships, promoting quality teaching through building the capability of teaching staff and targeted student support. Experience teaching vocational education (construction, engineering etc) will be highly regarded.
Job details
Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
Position type: Full-time
Occupational group: Education & Training
Classification: Stream 2 /HO1
Workplace Location: Brisbane
Job ad reference: QLD/MSR599657/24T
Closing date: 10-Nov-2024
Yearly salary: $141088 - $143582
Fortnightly salary: $5407.90 - $5503.50
Job duration: Until 21 January 2026, unless otherwise determined
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.
About The Brisbane Youth Education and Training Centre
The Brisbane Youth Education and Training Centre is a Department of Education school operating inside the Brisbane Youth Detention Centre at Wacol. The staff at BYETC are passionate about helping improve the knowledge, skills and abilities of our students, many of whom have had disrupted or negative experiences of schooling.
About the Role
As the Head of Department, you will have responsibility for the following:
* Lead the school department to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
* Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
* Set high standards for student and staff performance.
* Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
* Form partnerships with students, parents, other government agencies, and community groups.
* Be futures oriented and strategic.
* Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling especially in relation to students and staff within the school department.
* Manage the human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources of the school department to achieve goals.
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 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).
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.
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