Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for teaching and learning?

Are you are interested in supporting strategic initiatives that contribute to departmental commitments, shaping the future for our children and young people?

Noosa District State High School (located at Pomona and Cooroy on the Sunshine Coast) are looking for someone who is relationship driven, dynamic, and innovative when it comes to achieving results and delivering outcomes for students.

This advertisement for Head of Department - English & Humanities is a temporary full-time position commencing from 27th July until 11th December 2026, with possibility of extension.

This exciting opportunity allows you to be at the forefront of fostering excellence in our students and working with an experienced, dynamic staff.

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:

Noosa District State High School is a student-centred learning community which fosters care and compassion.

We aspire to be aware of others and their cultures, accept diversity within a democratic society, and acknowledge and enjoy the rights and privileges of Australian Citizenship.

These aspirations are underpinned by our three core values: Be Respectful, Be Responsible and Be an Active Learner.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

As the Head of Department - English & Humanities you are responsible for leading the Curriculum, Teaching & Learning for our Year 7 - 12 students across 2 campuses within all of the English & Humanities curriculum areas including English, History, Economics & Business and Civics.

This unique opportunity includes the development of partnerships across campuses, promoting the school through academic achievement, signature pathways & extra-curricular activities.

This role gives you the opportunity to work in collaboration with Heads of Departments across both Pomona and Cooroy Campuses.

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.
• Form partnerships with students, parents, other government agencies, and community groups.

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

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

• 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.

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
  
  NCR690145_26T Role Description (PDF, 291KB)
  Role Description