EOI - Head of Department - Humanities
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
2 November 2026
Posted 26 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
76.9
51.9 teaching · 25 non-teaching
Students per teacher
13.7:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
712
Indigenous students
13%
Language other than English
20%
Girls vs boys
269 girls · 443 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
Mitchelton State High School is seeking a passionate, innovative and collaborative Head of Department - Humanities to join our school leadership team and drive excellence in teaching, learning and student achievement. We are looking for a relational and forward-thinking leader who can inspire their team, foster a positive culture of professional collaboration and translate strategic priorities into meaningful classroom practice. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong curriculum knowledge, a commitment to developing others and the ability to lead improvement with clarity, consistency and care. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 27 January 2027 until 25 March 2027, unless otherwise determined.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream 2 /HO1Workplace LocationBrisbane - NorthJob ad referenceQLD/MNR705413/26EClosing date02-Nov-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationUntil 25 March 2027 unless otherwise determinedContact personCiaran MUSUMECIContact details07 35501133Access the National Relay Service
This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.
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