We are seeking an enthusiastic, strategic and highly motivated Head of Department (Curriculum) to provide instructional leadership and drive excellence in teaching, learning and curriculum delivery across our school. Working collaboratively with school leaders, Heads of Department and teaching staff, the role will build teacher capability, strengthen pedagogical practices, lead the use of data to inform planning and differentiation, and ensure curriculum, assessment and reporting align with relevant departmental requirements and school priorities. This is a temporary part-time position (0.8 FTE or 40 hours per fortnight) commencing 21 January 2027 until 10 December 2027, unless otherwise determined.

About Us

Toowong State School is a diverse and inclusive Prep to Year 6 school committed to high expectations and strong learning outcomes for every student. Our school has a proud history, an engaged community and a strong focus on providing accessible, evidence-informed teaching that responds to the needs of all learners.

We value safe, kind, responsible and respectful learners and work collaboratively to ensure students are supported to participate, learn and achieve. Our school has a long-standing commitment to explicit instruction, inclusive practice and the education of Deaf and hard-of-hearing students.

About the Role

The Head of Department (Curriculum) will provide strategic and instructional leadership across curriculum, teaching, assessment and moderation at Toowong State School.





The successful applicant will demonstrate strong curriculum knowledge and the capacity to lead the effective implementation of the Australian Curriculum Version 9.0. The role will have a particular focus on strengthening the planning, teaching, assessment and moderation of English and Mathematics across Prep to Year 6.

A key responsibility will be supporting teachers and school leaders to analyse student achievement and progress data, identify areas for improvement and translate this information into clear and practical teaching responses. The successful applicant will be able to lead productive professional conversations about data, curriculum and pedagogy while building staff capability and maintaining collective responsibility for student progress.

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

- Solid knowledge of the Australian Curriculum Version 9.0 and its application across Prep to Year 6
- Demonstrated curriculum leadership, particularly in English and Mathematics
- experience leading whole-school curriculum planning, assessment and moderation processes
- The ability to analyse student achievement and progress data and use this analysis to inform school priorities, teaching and targeted support
- A strong understanding of evidence-informed teaching practices,



including explicit instruction and gradual release of responsibility
- The capacity to build consistency in curriculum delivery and classroom practice across teams and year levels
- The ability to lead and support staff through curriculum and pedagogical change
- A commitment to inclusive education and the removal of barriers to student participation and achievement
- The ability to work collaboratively with school leaders, teachers, support staff and specialist personnel to improve outcomes for all learners

The position requires a leader who can balance strategic curriculum direction with practical, classroom-focused support. The successful applicant will be visible, collaborative and able to build staff confidence while maintaining clear expectations for curriculum implementation and high-quality teaching.

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

How to apply

- Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history); and

- A 2-page response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of 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.

📌 Head of Department (Curriculum) - Toowong State School (0.8 FTE)
🏢 Queensland Department of Education
📍 Toowong