About the role
About the Department of Education
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.
About us
Gumdale State School is an independent co-educational primary school in Brisbane's eastern suburbs, catering for students from Prep to Year 6.
With a strong focus on educational excellence, inclusion and student wellbeing, the school offers a diverse range of curriculum and extracurricular programs.
Guided by its motto, Always our Best, Gumdale fosters a supportive community where students are encouraged to grow, learn and reach their full potential.
Your opportunity
Applicants should demonstrate evidence of implementing Version 9 of Australian Curriculum and managing staff through a change agenda. In addition to this, demonstrated capability in delivery and execution of pedagogical practices.
Responsibilities include
- Lead curriculum areas or whole-school programs in developing and delivering a shared educational vision focused on quality student learning outcomes.
- Promote socially just practices and maintain high expectations for student and staff performance.
- Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and ongoing professional development.
- Establish and maintain partnerships with students, parents, government agencies and community groups.
- Apply strategic and future-focused thinking while managing human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources in accordance with relevant legislation and policies affecting students and staff.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
Interested? To Apply
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page 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.