Head of Department (Curriculum) - Yorkeys Knob State School

Job Reference QLD/FNR679933/26T

Closing date March 9, 2026

Location Cairns region

Contact 07 4080 0333

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.

Who We Are:

Yorkeys Knob State School is located in the lush tropical Northern suburbs of Cairns where the rainforest meets the ocean.

Our experienced and passionate staff are committed to delivering a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment that provides challenging opportunities for our diverse cohorts of students.

Through the use of Positive Behaviour for Learning framework, we strive to provide a positive environment for learning and engagement, while fostering a strong sense of belonging.

We support the wellbeing and academic development of the whole child through our core school values - we are kind, we are determined, we are mindful, we are inclusive.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

• Leading the implementation of the Australian Curriculum P-6
• Leading Reading through the Australian Curriculum P-6
• Lead visiting Remote Schools to implement Reading through the Australian Curriculum

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page written statement in response to 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.