Head of Department - Junior Secondary
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
17 June 2026
Posted 3 Jun 2026
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1,795
Total students
49%
Boys
51%
Girls
145.8
Teaching FTE
58.4
Non-teaching FTE
1,013
ICSEA value
53rd percentile · Average SES
16%
EAL/D Background
6%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
North Coast Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Meridan State College has an exciting opportunity for a temporary Head of Department (Junior Secondary) to join our Leadership Team, commencing in Term 3, 2026.
The successful applicant will lead and manage transitions, primary school partnerships, and the Year 7 and 8 cohort to maximise student attendance, engagement and achievement.
Working collaboratively with the leadership team, the Head of Department will support the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning programs that enhance outcomes for Junior Secondary students.
Apply now to join a forward-thinking leadership team and make a positive impact on the engagement, wellbeing and success of young learners.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream 2 /HO1Workplace LocationSunshine CoastJob ad referenceQLD/NCR691027/26TClosing date17-Jun-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationUntil 11 Dec 2026 unless otherwise determinedContact personBrandie ClucasContact details07 5490 2666Access 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…