Head of Department - English
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
English
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
10 November 2026
Posted 27 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
177.9
129.4 teaching · 48.5 non-teaching
Students per teacher
12.9:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,673
Indigenous students
7%
Language other than English
52%
Girls vs boys
810 girls · 863 boys
Socio-educational background
Around 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, innovative and dedicated Head of Department - English to provide strong educational leadership and drive excellence in teaching, learning and student achievement across the English department. As Head of Department - English, you will lead curriculum planning and implementation, support high-quality evidence-informed teaching practices, and foster a collaborative culture of professional growth, reflection and continuous improvement.
Job details
Position statusPermanentPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream 2 /HO1Workplace LocationBrisbane - WestJob ad referenceQLD/MSR705614/26PClosing date10-Nov-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationContact personGrant DARNELLContact details0422 406 414Access the National Relay Service
About Us
Forest Lake State High School (FLSHS) is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where every student is empowered to thrive. Our mission is to provide a first-class education for every student, ensuring that all members of our school community are welcomed, accepted, and treated equitably, regardless of their backgrounds or personal attributes. Inclusion is deeply embedded in our PRIDE philosophy and our staff and student wellbeing frameworks, influencing all aspects of school life and supported by our culture, policies, and everyday practices.
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