Capricornia School of Distance Education is looking for an experienced Head of Department - to work in our Year 7-12 Humanities Department at the Rockhampton Campus. This is a temporary full-time position until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

About Us:

Capricornia School of Distance Education is a dynamic and future-focused school committed to delivering high-quality education across a diverse and geographically dispersed community. We are seeking a candidate who is:

Innovative and adaptable, ready to embrace the opportunities of digital learning.
Collaborative, thriving in a team culture built on trust, support, and shared responsibility.
Values-driven, contributing positively to a professional culture that prioritises student outcomes, staff wellbeing, and continuous improvement.

Our Humanities team is dedicated, knowledgeable, and eager to welcome a leader who will guide curriculum direction, strengthen departmental culture, and champion high expectations for teaching and learning.

Your Opportunity:

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

Curriculum Leadership (Years 7-12):

• A proven ability to lead curriculum design, delivery, and review across the Humanities learning area, ensuring high‑quality learning outcomes for all students in Years 7-12.

High-Level Interpersonal Skills:

• The ability to build and maintain productive, respectful, and collaborative relationships with colleagues, students, home tutors, families, and external partners.

Departmental Culture and Values Leadership:

• A demonstrated capacity to shape and strengthen the culture of our Humanities Department, aligning team practices and behaviours with whole‑school values and strategic priorities.

Higly desirable skills and experience:

• Technology - QLearn, Microsoft Team, OneNote and OneDrive
• Strong understanding of digital pedagogy, including effective engagement strategies for students learning in online or blended environments.
• Demonstrated understanding of inclusive, high-impact teaching practices.
• Innovative and adaptable, ready to embrace the opportunities of digital learning.
• Collaborative, thriving in a team culture built on trust, support, and shared responsibility.
• Values-driven, contributing positively to a professional culture that prioritises student outcomes, staff wellbeing, and continuous improvement.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. 

How to apply:

• Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 2-pg written statement in response to the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. 

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. 

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. 

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  CQR679766_26T - Role Description (PDF, 204KB)
  Role Description