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Head of Department - Science - James Nash State High School
North Coast Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
James Nash State High School is seeking a Head of Department (Science) to join the team.
As the Head of Department for Science, you will lead a team of dedicated professionals.
Your specific mandate is to build their capability, ensure the delivery of a quality and engaging curriculum aligned with the Australian Curriculum and QCAA requirements, and help improve A-B data, specifically across the junior and middle years.
You will also work towards achieving the outcomes identified in the Annual Improvement Plan.
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 | Sunshine Coast |
| Job ad reference | QLD/NCR683882/26P |
| Closing date | 12-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Ystyn Francis |
| Contact details | 0413 666 320 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.
Who We Are:
James Nash State High School is set on a picturesque campus on the northside of Gympie and services a community of students, parents and stakeholders who are proud of their school, its heritage, and its commitment to helping their children live a life of choice, not chance.
The students and staff thrive on working with relational leaders who show a genuine interest in their growth and development and, because of this, it is a very collegial place to work.
Step Into Your Next Chapter:
- 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.
- form. partnerships with students, parents, other government agencies, and community groups.
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.
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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
Information Package for Applicants
NCR683882_26P Role Description (PDF, 253KB)
Role Description
