Head of Department
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
20 October 2026
Posted 6 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
189.9
135.9 teaching · 54 non-teaching
Students per teacher
13.8:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,881
Indigenous students
4%
Language other than English
11%
Girls vs boys
903 girls · 978 boys
Socio-educational background
Above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Metropolitan North Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Are you an experienced educational leader passionate about supporting secondary students and strengthening teaching and learning? As Head of Department, you will play an important leadership role in shaping curriculum priorities,
developing staff capability and contributing to a positive, inclusive school culture.
You will work collaboratively with teachers, students and the wider school community to promote high expectations, quality educational practice
and positive learning outcomes. This is an opportunity to lead meaningful improvement while supporting staff and students to achieve their potential.
If you are ready to bring your leadership capability, educational expertise and
commitment to student success to this role, we encourage you to apply. This is a temporary full-time role offered until 09 December 2027 unless otherwise determined.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream 2 /HO1Workplace LocationBrisbane - NorthJob ad referenceQLD/MNR703553/26TClosing date20-Oct-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationUntil 09 Dec 2027 unless otherwise determinedContact personKiah LANHAMContact details(07) 3550 5777Access the National Relay Service
About us:
We are an Independent Public School which has developed a strong reputation for the provision of high quality educational opportunities across academi…