This is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months. 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. Our School The Gap State High School is a high-performing state high school in Brisbane with approximately 1750 students. We believe in 'Learners Who Flourish' and we value 'Thinking Big', 'Stepping Up', 'Paying it Forward' and 'Being Kind'. This role As Head of Deparmtent, you will: Lead the school department to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students. Provide strategic and operational leadership across junior and senior schooling to improve student achievement, engagement and pathways. Lead the implementation and evaluation of whole-school performance and pathway processes aligned with school improvement priorities. Coordinate NAPLAN administration, analysis and response planning to inform teaching and learning improvement. Ensure school compliance with QCAA requirements for assessment, reporting and certification. Monitor student progress across junior and senior phases, identifying students at risk and coordinating targeted interventions. Coordinate and monitor VET programs and pathways, ensuring compliance and alignment with student needs and post-school outcomes. Lead whole-school practices to ensure assessment alignment, consistency and comparability across year levels and learning areas. Coordinate the development, implementation and review of SET/JET Plans in collaboration with staff, students and families. Collaborate with Guidance Officers, Heads of Year and Student Support Services to support individual student pathways and wellbeing. Provide advice, guidance and professional support to staff regarding assessment, pathways, data use and performance expectations. 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. Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
