Head of Department - Mathematics/Science - Yarrabilba State Secondary College

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About the Department

The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.

About the School

Yarrabilba State Secondary College is a dynamic, future-focused learning community dedicated to empowering every student to succeed through innovative, non-traditional approaches to teaching and learning. With a strong emphasis on project-based learning, wellbeing, and values such as curiosity, creativity, and courage, the college prepares students to thrive in an ever-changing world. Yarrabilba State Secondary College offers a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where every learner is challenged, engaged, and supported to live a life of choice, not a life of chance.

About the Role

The Head of Department - Maths & Science will lead the Junior Secondary team, with the role commencing on Monday 18 August 2025 (Week 6, Term 3). This leadership position requires strong relational and instructional capabilities, a proven ability to drive improvement in Maths and Science, build high-performing teams, and foster positive relationships with students, staff, and the wider community. It's an exciting opportunity to lead STEM education in a rapidly growing, future-focused school.

Your Responsibilities

As the Head of Department - Mathematics/Science, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Lead faculty teams in alignment with school priorities and departmental initiatives
Develop and embed high-quality teaching and learning practices
Support the wellbeing and professional growth of staff
Contribute to the broader strategic leadership of the college

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.

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) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description "How you will be assessed" section.
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.

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.

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