Head of Department - The Arts
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
1 November 2026
Posted 16 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
170.7
125.9 teaching · 44.8 non-teaching
Students per teacher
13.4:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,682
Indigenous students
5%
Language other than English
22%
Girls vs boys
808 girls · 874 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Metropolitan North Region - School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
We are seeking a passionate and committed instructional leader for the position of Head of Department - The Arts. Central to the role is leading a multidisciplined curriculum team including dance, music, drama, visual art and media arts. Murrumba also offers two Program of Excellence within the faculty - Dance Academy and High Performing Music. This position is temporary full-time and available now until 25 March 2027, unless otherwise determined.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream 2 /HO1Workplace LocationMoreton Bay - SouthJob ad referenceQLD/MNR704386/26TClosing date01-Nov-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationUntil 25 March 2027 unless otherwise determinedContact personLiza BINGHAMContact details07 3490 3222Access the National Relay Service
About Us
Murrumba State Secondary College is located in a beautiful part of Brisbane's northern suburbs, with easy access to the thriving Brisbane City, the relaxing foreshores of Moreton Bay and the endless beaches of the Sunshine Coast. The College opened in 2012 and has rapidly become the school of first choice in the Murrumba Downs area. Our College features world class learning programs, delivered in impressive and expansive new facilities, and a wide range of innovative learning technologies.
About the Role
As Head of Department - The Ar…