Burpengary State Secondary College is seeking a dedicated and passionate educator to join our leadership team as Head of Department - English, commencing 22 January 2026.

If you are an enthusiastic, student-centred leader committed to excellence in English education, we encourage you to apply and contribute to the ongoing success of our college community.

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.

Who We Are:

Burpengary State Secondary College is a progressive and future-focused Independent Public School and Public Private Partnership institution located in the heart of Burpengary.

With a strong commitment to preparing young people for the complexities of the global workforce, the College's four-year strategic plan emphasizes providing an education that builds personal capability and fosters resilience, innovation, and global competitiveness

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

In this pivotal leadership role, you will be responsible for implementing the college's vision and contributing to the whole-college explicit improvement agenda.

A key focus will be on building the pedagogical capacity of staff to ensure inspirational teaching, highly engaging learning experiences, and success for every student.

As Head of Department - English, you will guide the faculty, support differentiated practices, and promote a culture of continual improvement driven by effective data analysis, collaboration, and high-quality curriculum delivery.

Responsibilities include:

• 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.
• Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Submit Your Application:

• 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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MNR671354_25T Role Description (PDF, 179KB)
  Role Description