Moura State High School is seeking a dedicated and capable Head of Department - Senior Schooling to join the leadership team commencing 12 October 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educational leader with strong knowledge of QCAA student management systems and processes, VET management and senior schooling pathways.

Join a collaborative and supportive leadership team committed to building staff capability, strengthening school culture and improving student outcomes. Subsidised housing and RoRRs incentives are available for the successful applicant.

Job details

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 Moura State High School: 

At Moura State High School, we are more than just a school. Our learning community shares a commitment to high expectations and student success. 

Our school motto of "Strive Today to Build Tomorrow" reflects the learning intent of the school as it endeavours to foster students who are community minded, flexible, understanding and driven so as to prepare them for the careers and world of the future. 

We are committed to working hard to ensure that we continue to build on our successes and address the identified areas of need to provide an environment that supports the achievements of our young people and optimises their post-school learning pathways.

About the Role
As the Head of Department - Senior Schooling, you will play a key role in leading and supporting the school's senior schooling programs and pathways. The successful applicant will demonstrate strong knowledge and understanding of QCAA student management systems and processes, VET management and general student management practices relating to senior schooling.

The role requires demonstrated experience in managing an RTO environment and the ability to build staff capability, particularly in digital literacy practices and systems. You will work collaboratively as part of a small but dedicated leadership team focused on continuous improvement, positive school culture and supporting high quality teaching and learning outcomes for all students.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and capable leader looking to make a meaningful contribution within a supportive rural school community. Subsidised housing and RoRRs incentives are available for eligible applicants.

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history);
• Attach a 2-page response to the How you may be assessed  section of 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.

• CQR689656_26P - Role Description (PDF, 325KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants