Head of Department - Student Engagement - Holloways Beach Environmental Education Centre
Education (Organisation site)
Far North Queensland Region, Early Childhood and State Schools Division
Holloways Beach Environmental Education Centre are seeking applications for a Head of Department - Student Engagement to deliver the OnTrek Program. This role is offered on a temporary full-time basis, for a period of 12 months, unless otherwise determined.
This role provides an opportunity to lead, guide and deliver TAFE and VET accredited course work along with Duke of Edinburgh Bronze and Silver Award qualifications.
If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of young people across the region, we encourage you to apply.
Job details
Position Status: Fixed Term Temporary
Position Type: Full-time
Occupational Group: Education & Training
Classification: Stream 2 /HO1
Workplace Location: Far North Qld
Job Ad Reference: QLD/FNR599885/24T
Closing Date: 10-Nov-2024
Yearly Salary: $141088 - $143582
Fortnightly Salary: $5407.90 - $5503.50
Job Duration: A period of 12 months unless otherwise determined
About Holloways Beach Environmental Education Centre
Holloways Beach Environmental Education Centre offers a variety of outdoor, environmental, TAFE and VET accredited coursework programs to students in grades 4 - 12. Learning activities within programs are linked to the Australian Curriculum Version 9 and/or QCAA senior syllabus. OnTrek programs target students at risk of disengagement in years 9-12 and have a strong focus on developing students' well-being and personal and social capabilities.
About the Role
As the Head of Department, you will manage a team of teachers delivering programs to schools in the Far North Region aimed at increasing QCE completion rates, improving student outcomes and lifting attendance rates.
Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
* Liaising with Principals and key teachers in client schools to facilitate student learning in the areas of Outdoor recreation, active volunteering and sports coaching.
* Overseeing budgeting for OnTrek program and overall program resources.
* Collaborating with multiple VET partners to ensure comprehensive program support, contract management and facilitator currency and competency to deliver VET in schools.
* Maintaining an overview of program operations, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
* Developing and implementing curriculum focused on outdoor recreation and active volunteering and sports coaching.
* Managing corporate card usage and complying with procurement processes.
* Building and maintaining partnerships with schools, ensuring clear communication and alignment of objectives.
* Identifying and managing risks related to program activities.
* Ensuring staff possess the necessary qualifications to deliver outdoor recreation and active volunteering programs.
* Engaging with Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority, Australian Skills Quality Authority, and Department of Employment, Small Business and Training to ensure compliance.
* Leading small teams focused on curriculum and pedagogy in adventure-based learning.
* Implementing data tracking systems to monitor program effectiveness and participant engagement.
* Developing and managing timetables that optimize program delivery.
* Overseeing relationships with external partners, ensuring a contextualised learning program and intentional outcomes.
* Facilitating or providing access to professional development for staff.
* Monitoring and assessing program outcomes and making necessary adjustments.
How to Apply
* Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history).
* Applicants should also provide a written response to the following question - What experience have you had as an educational leader leading and delivering Vocational courses and/or engagement programs in either a school, regional or central office role? (250-word limit).
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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