About the Department:
The Department of Education (Do E) is committed to delivering responsive services focused on equity and excellence to Queenslanders and their communities. We promote equity and excellence by our commitment to respect, protect and promote human rights. Our objectives are: a strong start for all children, every student realising their potential, fair and safe workplaces and communities, capable people delivering our vision. Our vision is one of equity and excellence in a progressive, high performing education system that realises the potential of every student.

About Narangba Valley State High School:
Narangba Valley State High School is a beacon of educational excellence where collaboration between educators, parents, and the community cultivates unparalleled learning experiences. At Narangba Valley, we are steadfast in our mission to prepare students for the dynamic challenges of tomorrow. Through a holistic approach, we not only impart knowledge but also instil essential skills and foster exemplary character traits, ensuring our students thrive in an ever-evolving world. Embracing our motto, 'Challenging the Future,' we embolden our students to think critically, innovate boldly, and make meaningful contributions to society. Guided by our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Commitment, we are passionately committed to shaping the future for young Queenslanders, one student at a time.

About the Role:
As a Head of Department - Health and Physical Education at Narangba Valley State High School you will have responsibility for leading the following activities and delivery of the following key tasks:

Strategically lead the Faculty to:

• Develop the quality of teaching and learning
• Build expert teaching teams
• Lead staff through cycles of systematic curriculum delivery
• Participate in delivering the vision of Early Childhood and State Schools Division
• Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead the school department to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
• e.mbed 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 department (including Sport and Sporting Programs of Excellence) to achieve goals.

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 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page written statement in response to 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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