Head of Department - Science
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
Science
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
8 October 2026
Posted 25 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
300.5
229.5 teaching · 71 non-teaching
Students per teacher
15.7:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
3,594
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
59%
Girls vs boys
1,735 girls · 1,859 boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Metropolitan South Region - School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly capable Head of Department - Science to lead the development and delivery of a high-quality, engaging and inclusive Science program across the school. As Head of Department -Science, you will provide strategic and instructional leadership, build teacher capability, and foster a culture of high expectations, collaboration and continuous improvement to enhance student achievement and engagement in Science. Working closely with staff, students, families and the wider school community, you will oversee curriculum planning, assessment and pedagogical practice, support the effective use of data and evidence to inform teaching. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 21 January 2027 until 10 December 2027, unless otherwise determined.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream 2 /HO1Workplace LocationBrisbane Inner CityJob ad referenceQLD/MSR702511/26TClosing date08-Oct-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationUntil 10 December 2027 unless otherwise determinedContact personKim MCDONALDContact details07 3291 4101Access the National Relay Service
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