Sunday, October 26, 2025
Queensland Department of Education

Head of Department (Curriculum) - Pacific Paradise State School

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Job Description

Pacific Paradise State School is seeking a passionate, experienced, and dynamic Head of Department (Curriculum) to join it's leadership team.As the Head of Department (Curriculum) Teaching and Learning you will shape the school's culture, curriculum, and pedagogical practices, with a focus on curriculum, assessment, and signature pedagogical approaches.You will be an essential part of the Leadership Team and play a key part in supporting teachers in their professional learning to improve their practice.If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!Who We ArePacific Paradise State School is a welcoming Prep‑to‑Year 6 primary school nestled on the Sunshine Coast. With state‑of‑the‑art facilities including a large performing arts hall and expansive 2‑hectare grounds, the school offers a vibrant learning environment. The curriculum is tailored to each student's needs, emphasising not only academic growth but also wellbeing, sustainability and community engagement.Step Into Your Next ChapterAs the Head of Department (Curriculum) Teaching and Learning will have responsibility for leading the following activities and delivery of the following key tasks:Lead the relevant curriculum areas or whole school program to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed 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.Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.The Perfect FitPossess strong knowledge of the Australian Curriculum, and have experience with coaching, along with proven results in influencing Teaching and Learning to increase student results. Submit Your ApplicationAttach 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 may 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.Occupational group Education & Training

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