Head of Department (Curriculum) - Statewide Vision Impairment Services, Education

About the Role

The HOD-Curriculum, Braille Advisory will work collaboratively with the SVIS team to lead the ongoing development of a statewide shared understanding of braille literacy and progression of stages of braille literacy learning.

The HOD-Curriculum, Braille Advisory will manage the development of teaching and learning informational resources for the service and will provide professional learning and support to staff across Queensland to build workforce capability that maximizes the educational outcomes for students who are blind or have vision impairment.

A key aspect of the role is the provision of feedback to the Head of Statewide Vision Impairment Services regarding the effectiveness of curriculum and pedagogy relating to Braille.

We are seeking applications from people with experience and skills related to the education of students who are blind or have vision impairment with a strong knowledge of teaching braille, the Australian Curriculum and the impact of vision impairment on students and their access and participation in the curriculum on the same basis as their peers.

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

How to Apply

• Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 2-pg response to the How you will be Assessed section of 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.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace.