Head of Department - Industrial Design & Technology - Browns Plains State High School
Education (Organisation site)
South East Region, Early Childhood and State Schools Division
Browns Plains State High School has an exciting opportunity for a Head of Department - Industrial Design & Technology to join our leadership team for 2025. You will lead and manage the Industrial Design and Technology across years 7 to 12 to maximise academic attainment and engagement for our secondary students. You will manage a diverse team of teachers and resources to deliver high quality teaching programs for an improvement agenda around student outcomes and also manage a year level cohort for behaviour.
Job details
Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
Position type: Full-time
Occupational group: Education & Training
Classification: Stream 2 / HO1
Workplace Location: Browns Plains State High School
Job ad reference: QLD/SER602376/24T
Closing date: 19-Nov-2024
Yearly salary: $141088 - $143582
Fortnightly salary: $5407.90 - $5503.50
Job duration: A period of 12 months unless otherwise determined
Browns Plains State High School aims to empower all students, living up to our three school values: character, community and culture of excellence. We offer a dynamic and caring learning environment that focuses on engaging students by connecting their learning to the real world. Our programs are delivered by a highly committed and talented team of teachers and support personnel who work collaboratively with students, parents, and the broader community.
About the Role:
As the Head of Department - Industrial Design & Technology, you will:
* Lead the implementation and delivery of the 7-10 Australian Curriculum Design Technology
* Lead the implementation and delivery of the 10-12 courses (General, Applied and VET offerings)
* Lead the explicit improvement agenda of Design Technology faculty aligning with the BPSHS improvement agenda
* Continue to sharpen the quality of teaching and learning and nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, and stakeholders to maximise educational outcomes for students
Specific duties include:
* Curriculum leadership and management for Industrial, Design and Technology (Australian Curriculum, Vocational Education and QCAA General and Applied)
* Develop and grow a contemporary vision for curriculum areas aligned to industry needs and deliver this through a change management process
* Leading implementation of the BPSHS Teaching and Learning pedagogical processes
* Leading moderation processes as per BPSHS Teaching and Learning cycle
* Leading implementation of an improvement agenda, facilitating change management
* Leading Instructional Leadership and coaching within and across the faculty
* Line management of staff and manage SPG (setting personal goals) process and staff performance
* Managing the human, financial, and curriculum resources of the Design Technology faculty
The Head of Department is accountable to and under the direction of the Principal or delegate.
About You
Skills and knowledge in the areas below are preferred:
* Team Leadership (diverse range of staff/roles)
* Industrial, Design and Technology Curriculum (AC, QCAA and VET)
* Contemporary understanding of industry requirements and direction
* Mental health / social / emotional support strategies
* Strong conflict resolution, mediation skills and staff team building skills
* Develop and maintain community networks and partnerships
* Current and emerging technology and education trends and opportunities
* Data Literacy to develop and implement systems to track, monitor and lead intervention for student learning progress and wellbeing
Please view the Role Description for Mandatory Requirements.
Interested? To Apply:
* Attach a brief resume (maximum 2 pages) including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
* Attach a written statement (maximum 2 pages) addressing key capabilities 1-4 as per the 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).
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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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