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Head of Department - English - Keebra Park State High School

Queensland Government
Gold Coast Full-day Full-time

Description:

An exciting opportunity exists for a Head of Department- English to join the leadership team at Kebra Park State High School for Semester 2. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 8 July 2024 until 13 December 2024, unless otherwise determined.

We are seeking a suitable applicant who will be an active member of the Keebra Park school community, supporting the delivery of improved outcomes for all students. You will work proactively to improve the academic, social and emotional outcomes for students working collaboratively across the school with students, parents, teachers, support staff, and community organisations.

About Us

At Keebra Park you will be part of a thriving learning community where you will be inspired to achieve success and perform to your potential. You will thrive and succeed.

Keebra is not like other schools. Did you know that some of the largest Gold Coast high schools enrol over 2000 students, which is close to 350 students per year level? Our smaller school community of just over 1000 students offers a personalised academic environment. This allows us to invest in all of our students to develop their interests, strengths and career aspirations.

At Keebra Park you are visible. You are not another face. With 97% of parents saying, “I would recommend this school to others”, we know our families and students get the personal attention they deserve to gain the best schooling experience. Together we thrive and succeed.

About The Role

Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

  • 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.


Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

How To Apply

  • Please attach a current resume (maximum 3-pages) with two references (one of which should be your current supervisor); and
  • A 2-page written response to selection criteria 1,2, and 3.


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).

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.

Occupational group Education & Training
24 Apr 2024;   from: linkedin.com

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