Head of School (Level 5) - Mansfield State High School

Head of School (Level 5) - Mansfield State High School Join to apply for the Head of School (Level 5) - Mansfield State High School role at Queensland Department of Education . We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Head of School to commence in Term 2 2025, with the possibility of extension. Join us in shaping the future of Mansfield State High School, where each student’s potential is unlocked. This is a temporary, full-time position for Term 2, to commence 22 April 2025 until 27 June 2025 with the possibility of extension.

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, including making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.

About The School

Mansfield State High School is a large, high-performing school with a strong record of excellence in academics and music. Our students are highly motivated and embrace their education with a positive attitude. We maintain the highest standards of personal presentation, behaviour, and academic achievement. Guided by our vision - Quality Learning in a Caring Environment - we foster a culturally rich, inclusive, and supportive community built on mutual respect. Our commitment to excellence empowers every student to achieve their full potential.

About The Role

As the Head of School position, locally known as the Associate Principal (Learning and Teaching), your key responsibilities will include:

• Expertise, experience and knowledge in Learning and Teaching.
• Timetabling and Human Resources.

Your role will include the following activities and key task delivery:

• Instructional leadership across the whole school community to lead the school's strategic direction of Learning and Teaching practices providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Strategic whole school alignment to the School Pedagogical Framework.
• Strategic management of Professional Learning and Development to support school strategic and improvement priorities.
• Quality assurance of curriculum through effective learning partnerships with, and line management of all Heads of Department (Curriculum).
• Drive teacher quality and performance.
• Developing teacher quality through leadership of the Early Career Teachers' Program.
• Lead Pre-Service Teachers' Program to strategically address school Human Resourcing requirements.
• Lead and build capacity of Deputy Principal - Timetable and HR (MUST have Timetabling experience).

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

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 written response (1-page maximum) about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.

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). The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace.

Occupational group

Education & Training

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Education and Training

Industries

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