Head of Department - Mathematics
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
Mathematics
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
4 November 2026
Posted 27 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
213
153.4 teaching · 59.6 non-teaching
Students per teacher
14.5:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
2,231
Indigenous students
4%
Language other than English
34%
Girls vs boys
1,115 girls · 1,116 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
South East Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Take the next step in your teaching career as Head of Department ᅡ Mathematics at Southport State High School.
Lead and support the delivery of quality mathematics education, work collaboratively with teachers to strengthen teaching and learning, and help students achieve their full potential.
Apply now to bring your leadership skills and passion for mathematics to a school committed to student achievement and educational excellence.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream 2 /HO1Workplace LocationGold CoastJob ad referenceQLD/SER705560/26EClosing date04-Nov-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationUntil 25 June 2026 unless otherwise determinedContact personAlyson InnisContact details07 5509 1222Access 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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