Dean of Science Faculty at Emmanuel College, Gold Coast

Looking for a sea change?
Applications are warmly invited for the position of Dean of Science Faculty at Emmanuel College. This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated and engaged leader to make a significant impact on teaching, learning, and strategy within the Emmanuel College community, specifically within the Science faculty in the Senior School. 

The School  
Offering outstanding culture, conditions and facilities, Emmanuel College is a multi-denominational school, valued by the Gold Coast community for its strong commitment to achieving academic excellence within a framework of thoughtful, intelligent and vibrant Christian faith. Emmanuel Colle enjoys a reputation as an outstanding school of character and leadership development. 

The Senior School caters for over 850 students in Years 7-12, and has a dynamic Science Faculty that provides a comprehensive, engaging and relevant curriculum with the following subjects: Junior Science (Years 7-10), Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Marine Science (Years 10-12). 

Duties and Responsibilities (abridged, full details in Applicant Information Pack): 

• Lead high quality teaching and learning in the Science Faculty and ensure that effective teaching and learning takes place in all classes. 
• Model exemplary teaching standards in their own teaching. 
• Oversee the development and implementation of an engaging, innovative and meaningful Science curriculum. 
• Maintain the effective functioning of the faculty, including providing advice on the faculty’s budget needs, approve expenditure within allocated budget, monitor and supervise security of faculty area and equipment, facilitate subject area and whole faculty staff meetings, handle incoming correspondence. 
• Develop and implement a Faculty three-year and/or annual plan (as per policy), incorporating vision, professional and faculty development strategies, provide formal and informal feedback to the Director of Studies – Learning and Teaching on the Science Faculty. 
• Manage the Science Faculty; ensure effective and harmonious relationships and teamwork both within the Faculty and with other faculties. 
• Lead the professional development of Science staff in line with the College’s professional learning framework 
• Oversee and manage matters related to professional performance and conduct with the support of the Director of Studies – Learning and Teaching. 
• Ensure high standards of assessment and reporting are maintained. 
• Ensure all Science teaching staff maintain effective contact with parents. 

Skills/Competencies (abridged, full details in Applicant Information Pack) 

• Have an understanding of the philosophy of Christian Education and ability to translate it into practice in the classroom, playground, office and staffroom. 
• High level of inter-relational skills, including communication skills and ability to motivate and inspire students, develop good working relations with parents and work as a member of a team 
• Demonstrate an understanding of current educational trends. 
• Using a variety of teaching and discipline strategies establish and maintain positive and consistent classroom management, referring children with learning difficulties to the Learning Support Department. 
• Commitment to ongoing personal growth and development and a willingness to learn, including in areas of information technology. 

Commencing Term 3 2024, (or as negotiated), The Dean of Science Faculty is a three-year tenured leadership position and an ongoing Senior School Teacher position. 
   
For a confidential conversation, enquiries regarding the application process or to obtain an Applicant Information Pack, please contact: 
Brendan Fraser – 0438 618 604, brendan.f@anzuk.education

  
Application Process 
Your application should be submitted as one PDF document consist of: 

• Two-page covering letter responding to the Selection Criteria 
• Curriculum Vitae which includes names and contact details of two professional referees to whom you reported 
• Proof of QCT registration or equivalent 

Closing date: Friday 26 April 
Applications will be assessed as received. 
  
Applications should be emailed to Brendan Fraser, brendan.f@anzuk.education 
  
Emmanuel College reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. 
  
Student Protection  
Emmanuel supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to the safety, welfare and wellbeing of students.