Morayfield State School is seeking a passionate and dynamic Head of Department (Curriculum) to join our leadership team. In this role, you will drive excellence in curriculum delivery while incorporating trauma-informed practices to support student engagement.
If you're dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment, apply now.
About The Department
Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us .
About The School
Morayfield State School, located in the heart of the fast-growing Moreton Bay region, offers an exciting opportunity for educators passionate about making a difference. Established in 1873, our school combines rich history with a forward-thinking approach, featuring a strong sense of community and a focus on social-emotional learning through the Berry Street Education Model. With a diverse student body of approximately 420 children from Prep to Year 6, we pride ourselves on providing a supportive and collaborative environment where both staff and parents work together to help every child reach their full potential. If you're committed to fostering relationships and empowering students to "Aim High," we invite you to join our proud, vibrant school community—Green and Gold all the way!
About The Role
As the Head of Department (Curriculum), you will lead the curriculum focus in alignment with school and departmental initiatives, contribute to the delivery of the vision for State Schools Division, enhance the quality of teaching and learning, and foster positive relationships between students, teachers, and stakeholders.
Your Responsibilities
As the Head of Department (Curriculum), your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Lead the relevant curriculum areas or whole school program to develop, articulate and commit to a sharededucational 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 curriculum areas or whole school program to achieve goals.
Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
- Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the attached role description.
- Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements outlined in 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.
Occupational group Education & Training
