Head of Department - Science
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
Science
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
26 May 2026
Posted 12 May 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Harristown State High School
1,641
Total students
48%
Boys
52%
Girls
135.1
Teaching FTE
58.1
Non-teaching FTE
929
ICSEA value
18th percentile · Lower SES
28%
EAL/D Background
18%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Darling Downs South West Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
An exciting temporary opportunity is available for an experienced and innovative educator to join the leadership team at Harristown State High School as Head of Department - Science.
The successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to build a positive, cohesive team culture focused on shared responsibility, continuous improvement and a collective commitment to student achievement.
This key leadership role will drive excellence in teaching and learning across the Science faculty, support staff development and lead strategic improvement to maximise student achievement and engagement.
If you are a collaborative leader with a strong commitment to high-quality curriculum delivery and evidence-based practice, we encourage you to apply.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream 2 /HO1Workplace LocationToowoomba regionJob ad referenceQLD/DSR688568/26TClosing date26-May-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob duration12 months, unless otherwise determinedContact personDanny KeenanContact details0475 831 473Access the National Relay Service
This is a temporary full-time position for 12 months, unless otherwise determined.
About the Department
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