Head of Department - Teaching and Learning
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
Creative Arts
Sector
Government
School type
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
12 April 2026
Posted 27 Mar 2026
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3,807
Total students
50%
Boys
50%
Girls
243.5
Teaching FTE
63.6
Non-teaching FTE
1,116
ICSEA value
88th percentile · Higher SES
69%
EAL/D Background
1%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Metropolitan South Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Head of Department - Learning and Teaching. This is a temporary full-time position to commence from 20 April until 11 December 2026, with the possibility of extension.
The successful applicant for this position will possess strong relational capabilities to strengthen teacher quality and student learning through research-informed practice, with a clear focus on engagement, belonging, and explicit teaching.
Join us in shaping the future of Mansfield State high School, where each student's potential is unlocked.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream 2 /HO1Workplace LocationBrisbane - SouthJob ad referenceQLD/MSR683720/26TClosing date12-Apr-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationUntil 11 Dec 2026 unless otherwise determinedContact personEmily PrestonContact details07 3452 5333Access the National Relay Service
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.
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