Head of Department - Vocational Education and Training
Job Details
Position Type
Leadership
School Type
Secondary
Role Level
Head of department
Employment Type
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject Area
Creative Arts
Salary Range
$141,088 - $143,582 per annum
Posted Date
February 24, 2026 (5 days ago)
Closing Date
February 25, 2026
Description
Metropolitan North Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Morayfield State High School is seeking an experienced and motivated Head of Department - VET to lead the delivery of high-quality vocational education and training programs.
The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, strengthen industry partnerships, and ensure students gain relevant skills and pathways for future employment and further study.
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream 2 /HO1Workplace LocationMoreton Bay - NorthJob ad referenceQLD/MNR678808/26TClosing date25-Feb-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationUntil 11 Dec 2026 unless otherwise determinedContact personPete KeenContact details07 5428 5555Access 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.
Who We Are:
At Morayfield we are focused on maximising student achievement and wellbeing.
To this end, we offer a wide range of courses and activities designed to enhance the future prospects of our young people as they make their way in an increasingly complex world.
Our core values - Respect, Responsibility and Cooperation - affirm appropriate and consistent behaviour in an environment focused on improving performance.
The Connect learning and wellbeing program supports our students to develop the skills and attitudes they need to achieve success.
Step Into Your Next Chapter:
- Lead the school department to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
- Set high standards for student and staff performance.
- Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
Submit Your Application:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page response to the How you will be assessed section of the attached role description.
- Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached role description
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
- Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
Information Package for Applicants
MNR678808_26T Role Description (PDF, 204KB)
Role Description