Head Of Department - Vocational Education and Training - Deception Bay State High School

Deception Bay State High School is seeking an innovative leader with high relational skills and a systematic, methodical way of working to lead our innovative Vocation Education ad Training department. This leadership role will oversee the delivery, quality and compliance of VET programs, provide strategic direction for the department, and foster strong partnerships with industry, training organisations and the wider school community.

The position is being offered in a temporary full-time capacity commencing 20 January 2027 until 10 December 2027, unless otherwise determined. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and expand VET pathways within our school and make a lasting difference to student outcomes.

About Us:

At Deception Bay State High School it is our aim to provide all students with a learning environment where they can achieve their best across the academic, cultural, citizenship and sporting areas. To achieve this it is essential that we establish strong and supportive partnerships between students, staff, parents/caregivers and the wider community. These partnerships allow us to provide the best possible learning environment, one which is supportive for all students, where students can gain the skills necessary to be successful members of our modern society.

Our school is founded on strong values. At Deception Bay State High School we believe that every student has the ability to learn and we expect each person to strive for personal best. To nurture students we provide a learning environment that is safe, lawful and healthy, respectful, orderly and productive. 

About the Role:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• As RTO manager, leading VET in line with school/ departmental initiatives and RTO compliance
• Leading curriculum implementation across several qualifications including the effective teaching, assessment and compliance of VET qualifications
• Line management of the Flexible Learning Program "Futures" from years 7-12
• Line management of coordinators and progression monitoring for a range of students involved in VET qualifications
• Develop quality pedagogy with VET Trainers and VET Expert Team
• Other RTO management responsibilities in accordance with ASQA and QCAA requirements

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 written statement in response to 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.