Head of Department (Curriculum) - Silkstone State School

Job details

Position status: Permanent

Position type: Full-time

Occupational group: Education & Training

Classification: Stream 2 /HO1

Workplace Location: Brisbane - West

Job ad reference: QLD/MSR689766/26P

Closing date: 07-Jun-2026

Yearly salary: $141088 - $143582

Fortnightly salary: $5407.90 - $5503.50

Salary Other: Salary Shown 1.0 FTE

Contact person: Sandy Hackshall

Contact details: 07 3622 1777

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.

About the School

Located in the heart of Ipswich, Silkstone State School is a well-established primary school with a strong focus on inclusion, community partnerships and student success.

Our work is guided by a clear focus on explicit instruction, evidence-informed reading practices and the belief that every learner can succeed when supported through strong relationships and high-quality teaching.

Our school values connection, capability and continuous improvement, creating a supportive environment where staff and students are encouraged to learn, grow and achieve.

About the Role

As Head of Department (Curriculum), you will provide strategic leadership for curriculum, teaching and learning aligned with departmental priorities and Silkstone State School's improvement agenda. You will work collaboratively to strengthen teacher practice, enhance student outcomes and foster a culture of professional growth, collective efficacy and belonging.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a collaborative leadership team committed to high-impact teaching, strong relationships and continuous school improvement. Join us in building inclusive learning environments where every student shines at Silkstone State School.

Your responsibilities

• Leading the whole-school approach to reading aligned with the Queensland Reading Position Statement and evidence-informed, explicit teaching practices
• Collaboratively developing, embedding and quality-assuring the three levels of planning and assessment across the school
• Building staff capability through coaching, mentoring and professional learning aligned to school priorities
• Supporting consistent, inclusive and socially just practices that promote belonging and engagement for every student
• Leading and chairing meetings relevant to curriculum, teaching improvement and school priorities
• Working in partnership with staff, students and the wider community to strengthen teaching, learning and wellbeing outcomes

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