Introduction:
About Our School
St Paul's School is a Pre-Prep to Year 12 Anglican co-educational school where we nurture growth, foster belonging and inspire personal excellence for all students.
At St Paul’s School, we pride ourselves on being a community where everyone feels connected, valued, and supported. We foster a strong sense of belonging, creating an environment that nurtures relationships among students, staff, and families.
Description:
About This Opportunity
The Head of Science is responsible for facilitating the effective planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of the School’s Science curriculum and assessment in alignment with the Australian Curriculum and Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) syllabuses. The position relies on the development of strong collegial relationships with personnel within and outside the School community.
The key responsibilities include:
- To provide effective leadership, direction and guidance in all matters of Science curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and reporting, within the framework and strategic direction of St Paul’s School.
- To manage all matters in relation to the Australian Curriculum and QCAA Senior syllabuses for the learning area across Years 7-12.
- To lead a culture of learning that fosters academic success and supports students as they work towards their academic potential.
- To lead and manage departmental staff, including recruitment, performance management and the ongoing development of teaching and administrative roles to support the department’s daily operations.
- Promote the wellbeing, safety, and cultural safety of children and young people, in accordance with Queensland Child Safe Standards and the School’s Child Safe policies and procedures.
- Adhere to and uphold the School’s Code of Conduct, as outlined in the Code of Conduct for Anglican Schools and Education & Care Services.
For more information about this role, please click on the link to view the Position Description.
Skills and Experiences:
ABOUT YOU:
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate the following experience, skills, and qualifications, including:
- A degree or higher in the relevant field and a diploma or teaching qualification.
- Current Queensland College of Teachers registration.
- Ability to work collaboratively and professionally with staff across the School to support shared objectives.
- Outstanding teaching practice.
- Collaborative leadership.
- Expert knowledge and understanding of curriculum, pedagogy and assessment for the learning area.
- Effective administration, communication and time management.
- High level of professional standards and conduct.
- Be an active supporter of the School’s Ethos Statement.
- Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of appropriate professional boundaries and standards when working with children and young people.
Desirable Experience & Skills:
- Additional qualifications in educational leadership or similar.
APPLY NOW TO JOIN OUR WONDERFUL TEAM:
- Complete the online application process.
- Please attach your resume and a 1-page cover letter.
- Applications will be assessed daily, and the advert will close when suitable candidates have been identified.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
St Paul's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care. As such, it is a condition of employment that all team members must:
- Agree to undergo a Criminal History/Police Check conducted by the School.
- Be an Australian resident and eligible to work in Australia.
For more information, please contact our People and Culture team at hr@stpauls.qld.edu.au
