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Head of Department - The Arts/Senior Schooling - Chinchilla State High School
Darling Downs South West Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Join the Chinchilla leadership team, from 13 July 2026.
Lead with purpose in a dual-focused leadership role shaping both The Arts and Senior Schooling pathways, as Head of Department - The Arts/Senior Schooling
This is a permanent opportunity for a highly capable instructional leader in a well-regarded regional secondary school.
You will demonstrate strong organisational and management skills, be futures-orientated and innovative.
A level of knowledge and experience with the Australian Curriculum V9 and QCAA Senior Schooling processes will be advantageous.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 2 /HO2 |
| Workplace Location | Darling Downs - Maranoa |
| Job ad reference | QLD/DSR690391/26P |
| Closing date | 14-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Robert Burke |
| Contact details | 07 4672 9333 Access the National Relay Service |
About the Department
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
Located in the Western Downs, Chinchilla offers a welcoming regional lifestyle with strong community identity. Chinchilla State High School is known for its strong community connections, supportive culture and commitment to student success.
About the Role
As the Head of Department - The Arts/Senior Schooling, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Lead the school department to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
- Set high standards for student and staff performance.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to Apply
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should understand your relevant work history).
- Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the Role Description.
- Attach a copy of your mandatory requirements outlined in the 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, 232KB)
Information Package for Applicants
DSR690391_26P - Role Description (PDF, 362KB)
Role Description
