Head of Department - Mathematics
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
Mathematics
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Secondary
Closing date
26 October 2026
Posted 6 Oct 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Fraser Coast Anglican College
School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-12
School staff (FTE)
115.9
65.3 teaching · 50.6 non-teaching
Students per teacher
15.5:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,010
Indigenous students
2%
Language other than English
23%
Girls vs boys
506 girls · 504 boys
Socio-educational background
Above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
- 2027 Commencement
About Fraser Coast Anglican College
Fraser Coast Anglican College is a leading K-12 school in beautiful Hervey Bay, the gateway to World Heritage-listed K’gari. As a proud member of the Anglican Schools network of South East Queensland, FCAC has a strong reputation for academic excellence, student engagement, and holistic education. FCAC was awarded ‘Regional School of the Year’ at the 2022 Australian Education Awards, a testament to its commitment to innovation, quality teaching, and student success.
About the role
Join our team in 2027 as Head of Department - Mathematics. We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative educator to lead our Mathematics Department while continuing to inspire students through classroom teaching. This promotional position is ideal for an experienced teacher who is passionate about teaching and learning, committed to academic excellence, and dedicated to fostering a collaborative and high-performing department culture.
Many of our students display an interest in pursuing a career in STEM fields and they value educators who demonstrate an ability to build positive relationships, deliver differentiated programs and employ a variety of engaging methods to effectively communicate their understanding of subject concepts to all learners.
As Head of Department, you will:
- Support and develop staff, oversee curriculum and assessment within the department, and promote a love of Mathematics that enables students to achieve their personal best.
- Create a learning environment in which students feel safe to take intellectual risks, feel comfo…