Head of Department - Student Services
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
22 November 2026
Posted 6 Nov 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout William Ross State High School
School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
117.9
75.7 teaching · 42.2 non-teaching
Students per teacher
11.4:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
862
Indigenous students
15%
Language other than English
10%
Girls vs boys
420 girls · 442 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Take the lead in supporting student wellbeing and success as Head of Department ￂ Student Services at William Ross State High School.
Bring your leadership skills and passion for student support to a school community focused on positive outcomes for every student.
Apply now to make a difference and take the next step in your leadership career.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream 2 /HO1Workplace LocationTownsville regionJob ad referenceQLD/NQR706802/26TClosing date22-Nov-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationUntil 10 Dec 2027 unless otherwise determinedContact personNatalie FergussonContact details07 4726 7666Access the National Relay Service
About the Department of Education:
Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.
About us:
William Ross State High School is a co-educational Years 7-12 school located in Annandale, Townsville. Guided by its motto, “Success through Commitment”, the school promotes high academic expectations, quality teaching and positive student outcomes.