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Head of Department - The Arts - Coolum State High School


Early Childhood and State Schools Division, Coolum Beach

Coolum State High School invites applications from experienced educators for the role of Head of Department (The Arts), commencing 02/06/2025.

Coolum State High School is a dynamic school that has developed an outstanding reputation for its academic performance and vibrant co-curricular programs.

Coolum State High School has become renowned for its success with ATAR scores, student destinations and strong sporting and cultural programs.

Coolum High has dedicated students who commit themselves whole-heartedly to their academic pursuits and enjoy the diverse co-curricular life of the school.

Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification Stream 2 /HO1
Workplace Location Sunshine Coast
Job ad reference QLD/NCR634075/25T
Closing date 15-May-2025
Job duration Until 27 February 26, unless otherwise determined
Contact person Troy Ascott
Contact details 54715333
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About the Department:

The Department of Education are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.

As the Head of Department, you will:

  • Lead curriculum focus in line with school and departmental initiatives
  • Participate in delivering the vision of Early Childhood and State Schools Division
  • Develop the quality of teaching and learning
  • Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders.

The Head of Department is accountable to and under the direction of the Principal or delegate.

Within the context of the role described above, the ideal applicant will be someone who has the following key capabilities:

  1. Demonstrated teaching competence and capacity to provide curriculum leadership leading to the achievement of quality learning outcomes for all students.
  2. Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to develop and sustain productive relationships within and beyond the school community.
  3. Capacity to use analytical skills to contribute to educational outcomes at the school level.
  4. Capacity to manage effectively human, financial and physical resources to deliver high quality organisational outcomes.
  5. Demonstrated support for and the capacity to develop and maintain an organisational culture based on ethical professional and personal behaviours and corporate values.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENT - Full registration or eligibility for full registration as a teacher in Queensland. Information on registration requirements is available at enquiries@qct.edu.au or on toll free 1300 720 944.


Relocation and travel expenses are not provided for acting positions however may be negotiated in circumstances requiring significant travel and relocation of residence.

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/may be assessed section of 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. 

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). 

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. 

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 candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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