Head of Department (English)
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
English
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
24 July 2026
Posted 2 Jul 2026
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1,682
Total students
52%
Boys
48%
Girls
125.9
Teaching FTE
44.8
Non-teaching FTE
1,001
ICSEA value
47th percentile · Average SES
22%
EAL/D Background
5%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Metropolitan North Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
We are seeking a passionate and committed instructional leader for the position of Head of Department - English (Locally known as Leader of Learning - English).
Central to the role is leading Junior Secondary English and working in collaboration with our current Leader of Learning English.
This position is temporary for Semester 2, 2026 with possibility of extension.
If you are an innovative and collaborative leader with a passion for English education and improving student outcomes, we encourage you to apply.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream 2 /HO1Workplace LocationBrisbane - NorthJob ad referenceQLD/MNR692637/26TClosing date24-Jul-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationUntil 11 Dec 2026 unless otherwise determinedContact personAlistair WattContact details07 3490 3222Access the National Relay Service
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