Head of Department
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
10 November 2026
Posted 27 Oct 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Nanango State High School
School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
85.9
54.6 teaching · 31.3 non-teaching
Students per teacher
8.9:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
488
Indigenous students
17%
Language other than English
3%
Girls vs boys
232 girls · 256 boys
Socio-educational background
Below the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Darling Downs South West Region - School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
We are seeking passionate and capable Head of Departments who can provide strong instructional leadership, build collaborative teams and translate school priorities into meaningful improvements in student learning and engagement. Applicants with experience in leading curriculum, teaching and learning; senior schooling; or student services and support are encouraged to apply. We value leaders who can lead improvement, use data to inform practice, develop staff capability and establish consistent, high-quality processes that respond to the diverse needs of our students. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 21 January 2027 until 10 December 2027, unless otherwise determined.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream 2 /HO1Workplace LocationWide BayJob ad referenceQLD/DSR705579/26TClosing date10-Nov-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationUntil 10 December 2027 unless otherwise determinedContact personAnnette CAMERONContact details07 4171 6444Access the National Relay Service
About Us
Nanango State High School is an inclusive and connected learning community of approximately 500 students from Year 7 to Year 12, proudly serving families across the South Burnett. Guided by our commitment to "Every student achieving their full potential," we foster a culture of high expectations, belonging and op…