Head of Department - Mathematics (HO1)
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
Mathematics
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
8 September 2026
Posted 25 Aug 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
109.8
80.7 teaching · 29.1 non-teaching
Students per teacher
10:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
809
Indigenous students
6%
Language other than English
8%
Girls vs boys
410 girls · 399 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
North Coast Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
We are seeking an inspiring, strategic and collaborative educational leader to join our school as Head of Department - Mathematics. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher to lead curriculum, teaching and learning while supporting staff and students to achieve high-quality outcomes. You will provide curriculum and instructional leadership, working with teachers, students and the wider school community to develop a shared vision for quality learning. You will lead the Mathematics department in alignment with school and departmental priorities, promote high expectations and contribute to a positive and inclusive school culture.
Job details
Position statusPermanentPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream 2 /HO1Workplace LocationSunshine CoastJob ad referenceQLD/NCR699236/26PClosing date08-Sep-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationContact personPaul FITZGERALDContact details075459 7333Access the National Relay Service
About us:
Burnside State High School is a caring, safe and inclusive school of approximately 850 students from Years 7-12, located on the Sunshine Coast and serving the surrounding communities of Burnside, Perwillowen, Nambour, North Arm, Yandina, Coolum, Bli Bli, Coes Creek, Mapleton and Woombye. Supported by highly qualified teachers and dedicated support staff, the school provides a broad range of subjects,…