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Head of Department - Languages - Queensland Academy for Creative Industries
Metropolitan North Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Queensland Academy for Creative Industries is seeking a Head of Department - Languages to join the team.
Applications are encouraged from curriculum leaders with exceptional pedagogy and relational skills who display warmth, energy, integrity and passion to inspire our students and engage with our community.
Experience teaching International Baccalaureate desirable.
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 2 /HO1 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/MNR704128/26P |
| Closing date | 28-Oct-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Erin Geddes |
| Contact details | 07 3552 9333 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:
We are an academically selective entry state high school for highly capable learners. QACI has an inclusive culture with respectful students that consistently demonstrate only positive behaviours, with high attendance and a supportive community.
QACI is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School and is proud to uphold the values of an IB education. Our students exclusively study the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum in Year 11 & 12, and an IB preparatory study through the Australian Curriculum in Year 10.
The IB Diploma Program enables learners to work toward achievements based on merit in a non-competitive environment. Through the IB Diploma curriculum, students can explore their potential and flourish in a culture that fosters creativity, critical thinking and innovation.
Inner city location surrounded by Queensland University of Technology.
Your opportunity:
- Lead the department in establishing and pursuing a shared educational vision that promotes high-quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Promote equity and socially just practices across the school while maintaining high expectations for student and staff performance.
- Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and ongoing professional development.
- Build productive partnerships with students, parents, government agencies and community groups to support the school community.
- Apply strategic, future-focused thinking while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies, and managing human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources to achieve departmental 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 response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of 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
MNR704128_26T Role Description (PDF, 272KB)
Role Description
