About Us: Toolooa State High School is an inclusive, innovative and progressive secondary school, located in the industrial city of Gladstone in Central Queensland. Students of Toolooa State High School enjoy a positive reputation within the local community, particularly for their success in academia and extra-curricular initiatives.The Toolooa community prides itself on putting students first in all aspects of their learning. Our staff are hard-working and dedicated to providing the best possible outcomes for all students. The core values of respect, achievement and responsibility underpin everything that we do at our school, and we are proud of our students' commitment to these values. About the Role: In this position you will be managing a small team to ensure the delivery of English and humanities curriculums to a year 7 cohort.You will also be responsible for the coaching and mentoring of these teachers. Responsibilities include, but not limited to; Provide visionary leadership to develop and sustain a shared educational vision focused on quality learning outcomes for all students. Promote equity and inclusion by embedding socially just practices and maintaining high standards for both staff and students. Drive professional excellence through active engagement in lifelong learning, mentoring, and ongoing professional development. Build strong partnerships with students, parents, colleagues, community organizations, and government agencies to enhance educational opportunities. Lead strategically and responsibly by managing departmental resources effectively, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies, and planning for future growth. Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. How to apply: Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and * A 2-pg 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.
