Head of Department - Middle Schooling - Craigslea State High School

About Craigslea State High School

Craigslea State High School provides a caring, safe and disciplined learning environment for Years 7 to 12. Founded in 1975, Craigslea State High School is an independent public school located on approximately 10 hectares. Currently 1000 students enjoy extensive, well maintained facilities as well as the benefits of outdoor sport and recreation in native bushland. Students represent a wide diversity of cultures, characteristic of this global society.

About the Role

Middle School Leadership:

Focus on initiatives to support the educational outcomes for students, specifically in the middle phase of learning
Determine actions for at risk students through data analysis at key junctures, and strategize interventions
Attendance - Track key attendance data sets with focus on YTD, TTD and weekly trends.
Behaviour - Track student behaviour data with a focus on daily, weekly and termly junctures, and Case Managed students. Lead behaviour initiatives including referrals for proactive programs and supportive measures
Academic - Identify and analyse patterns and trends of academic headline data sets (termly LOA/ NAPLAN) and lead academic improvement interventions where applicable.
Lead SETP processes and career development programs suitable for Middle phase of learning students and junctures

eLearning Leadership:

Lead whole-school and departmental initiatives involving learning management systems (e.g. QLearn, OneSchool, Microsoft Teams), educational technologies, and blended learning.
Support staff in building confidence and capability in digital pedagogy through coaching, workshops, and resource development.
Collaborate with IT support and curriculum leaders to ensure access to appropriate tools, platforms, and training.

About You

Key Capabilities and Attributes:

Strong leadership in curriculum development and digital innovation.
High-level understanding of adolescent learning and engagement strategies.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and change management skills.
Demonstrated ability to build teacher capability through mentoring, coaching, and collaborative leadership.
Commitment to inclusive, evidence-based, and culturally responsive practices.

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

How to Apply

Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
A 2-pg response to the How you will be Assessed section of the attached role description.
Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration 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.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).

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