Head Of Department - Science - Bundaberg State High SchoolBundaberg 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.Job details Position status: PermanentPosition type: Full-timeOccupational group: Education & TrainingClassification: Stream 2 /HO1Workplace Location: Wide BayJob ad reference: QLD/NCR600658/24PClosing date: 11-Nov-2024Yearly salary: $141088 - $143582Fortnightly salary: $5407.90 - $5503.50Contact person: Dan O'BrienContact details: (0) 4154 5333Access the National Relay ServiceAbout the Department of Education 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 Bundaberg State High School Bundaberg State High School is one of the oldest state high schools in Queensland, having opened its doors in 1912 on the banks of the Burnett River.The school's motto is 'per ardua ad astra', which loosely translates as 'through hard work, the stars'.Bundaberg State High School takes pride in fostering a culture that maintains high expectations for student behaviour and performance.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 refereesAttach 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.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).The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace.Further information 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr