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Head of Department - English - Moranbah State High School
Central Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Are you passionate about English education and inspiring students to achieve their potential?
Moranbah State High School is seeking a dedicated Head of Department ￂ English to lead curriculum delivery, support quality teaching and learning, and drive positive student outcomes.
Apply now to share your passion for English and make a lasting impact on students and the wider school community!
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 2 /HO1 |
| Workplace Location | Mackay region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CQR704881/26P |
| Closing date | 05-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Ash Spain |
| Contact details | 07 4949 2111 Access 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:
Moranbah State High School is committed to providing quality teaching and learning in a welcoming, supportive environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential.
With a wide range of extracurricular and gifted and talented programs, the school focuses on maximising learning and creating positive pathways for diverse futures, guided by the core values of respect, responsibility, resilience and relationships.
Your opportunity:
Role is focused on curriculum, engagement through effective pedagogies, and literacy.
Responsibilities include:
- Lead the development and implementation of a shared educational vision focused on achieving quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Promote socially just practices and maintain high standards of performance for students and staff.
- Commit to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.
- Build effective partnerships with students, parents, government agencies and community groups, while maintaining a strategic and future-focused approach.
- Apply relevant legislation and policies to schooling and manage the department's human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources to achieve established goals.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
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 written statement in response to the attached role description.
- Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in 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.
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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
Information Package for Applicants
CQR704881_26P Role Description (PDF, 272KB)
Role Description
