Head of Department (Curriculum) - Kirwan State School

Education (Organisation site)

North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division

Kirwan State School is seeking applications for a Head of Department - Curriculum to lead P-6 curriculum, aligning high-quality teaching and learning with school priorities and departmental initiatives.

The role fosters positive relationships with students, staff, and stakeholders, facilitates collaborative planning focused on Version 9 of the Australian Curriculum, and supports staff through coaching and capability building, with a strong focus on improving reading outcomes, while contributing to a motivated leadership team.

If you are an experienced and passionate curriculum leader ready to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply now.

Job details

• Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
• Position type: Full-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Stream 2 /HO1
• Workplace Location: Townsville region
• Job ad reference: QLD/NQR679413/26T
• Closing date: 03-Mar-2026
• Yearly salary: $141088 - $143582
• Fortnightly salary: $5407.90 - $5503.50
• Total remuneration:
• Salary Other:
• Job duration: Period of 8 months, unless otherwise determined
• Contact person: Patricia McEvey
• Contact details: 07 4799 1888 Access the National Relay Service

About the Department

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.

As the Head of Department (Curriculum), you will:

• Lead curriculum focus in line with school and departmental initiatives
• Participate in delivering the vision of State Schools Division
• Develop the quality of teaching and learning
• Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders.

The Head of Department (Curriculum) is accountable to and under the direction of the Principal or delegate.

You 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.
• Form partnerships with students, parents, other government agencies, and community groups.
• Be futures oriented and strategic.
• Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling especially in relation to students and staff within the school department.
• Manage the human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources of the curriculum areas or whole school program to achieve goals.

A mandatory requirement of this role is:

Current full registration, or current provisional registration with eligibility for full registration, as a teacher in Queensland. Information on registration requirements is available at www.qct.edu.au or on toll free
1300 720944.

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) in response to the attached role description.
• 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.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
• NQR679413_26T - Role Description (PDF, 205KB)
  Role Description