An exciting Head of School opportunity exists for a strategic focused and dynamic leader at Helensvale State High School to join our educational community on a full-time permanent basis.
As the Head of School you will deliver the vision of the department, improve the educational outcomes of students, develop the quality of teaching and learning and nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, the community and stakeholders.
About Helensvale State High School
Helensvale State High School has a clear and compelling purpose for why we exist as expressed in our ‘One Student, One Community, Many Futures' learning purpose. Our school strives to provide a personalised learning experience for every student and provides a world of possibility through opportunities encompassing learning, sports, arts and community.
About The Role
As the Head of School at Helensvale State High School, you will have responsibility for the duties listed under Your Role on the attached role description. The Head of School position will also focus on daily leadership and management whilst supporting the Executive Principal with governance and strategic agendas. The Head of School will line manage Deputy Principals and report to the Executive Principal.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Uphold the principalship as a values based, ethical and moral activity.
- Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
- Set high standards for student and staff performance.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
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); and
- A 2-pg response to the How you will be Assessed section of 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).
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