Glenala State High School is seeking a dedicated and capable Head of Department - English to join our dynamic leadership team.

This is an exciting permanent opportunity to lead and further strengthen a large and diverse English faculty, with a strong focus on inclusive practice, EALD learner support, and high-quality teaching and learning across Years 7-12.

Join us now and make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and inclusive school community.

Job details

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 the School

Glenala State High School is a growing and dynamic secondary school with high expectations for student success, staff capability and continuous improvement. Located in Brisbane's south-west, the school caters for a diverse and multicultural community and offers a range of innovative academic pathways to support student achievement.

With approximately 1200 students and 170 staff in 2026, Glenala State High School fosters a strong culture of learning within modern, well-maintained facilities and attractive grounds. Guided by the vision Believe and Achieve, the school is committed to creating inclusive opportunities for every learner to thrive.

About the Role

As the Head of Department - English, you will be working collaboratively with staff.

You will build teacher capability, strengthen curriculum delivery, and promote consistent, evidence-informed practices that support student engagement and achievement within a vibrant and inclusive school community.

Your responsibiulities

• Lead the school department and curriculum focus in developing and providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
• Set high standards for student and staff performance.
• Engage in lifelong learning and professional development.
• Build partnerships with students, parents, agencies, and community groups.
• Be future-oriented and strategic.
• Understand legislation and policies impacting on the school department, students and staff. 
• Manage the human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources of the school department to achieve goals.

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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MSR690597_26P - Role Description (PDF, 362KB)
  Role Description