Head of Department - Information Technology / Business Education - Burnside State High School

Job Description

Head of Department - Information Technology / Business Education - Burnside State High School Education (Organisation site)North Coast Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division Burnside State High School are accepting applications for a passionate and enthusiastic educator to lead the Information Technology/Business Education faculty as Head of Department (Secondary) on a temporary full-time basis, from 22 April 2025 until 27 June 2025 unless otherwise determined.In this role you will lead curriculum in line with school and departmental initiatives, participate in delivering the vision of State Schools Division and develop the quality of teaching and learning. You will achieve this by nurturing positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders. About the School Burnside State High School is located in the township of Nambour on the Sunshine Coast. The main focus of Burnside is relationships. We place a priority on quality relationships and this emphasis has provided the key ingredient for its outstanding success across all year levels. Burnside is the proud winner of numerous awards and has hosted many international educators on fact finding visits. Our innovative structure, quality curriculum programs and emphasis on values meets the needs of a diverse range of students. About the Role As the Head of Department - Information Technology/Business Education you will have responsibility for the following: Lead the school department to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focused on providing quality learning outcomes for all students. Embed 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. How to Apply To apply, please attach the following: A brief resume (maximum 3 pages) including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and A maximum 2 page written response outlining your suitability for the role referring to the key capabilities 1-4 under the 'How you will be assessed' section in the attached role description. Please note: Criteria 5 will be addressed through referee checks and elaborated on at interview, do not write to this in your written application. 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). We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions. #J-18808-Ljbffr