This permanent leadership opportunity suits a collaborative educator with a passion for Food Technology and Design Technologies, and the ability to inspire staff and students through contemporary, engaging practice.

Lead innovative learning and authentic student pathways at Kirwan State High School as Head of Department – Home Economics.

You will strengthen curriculum delivery, support staff capability, and build meaningful industry and community partnerships that enhance student engagement, achievement and future pathways.

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

Located in Townsville, Kirwan State High School is one of North Queensland's largest secondary schools, offering diverse academic, vocational and co-curricular pathways within a strong, community-focused environment.

About the Role

As Head of Department – Home Economics, you will provide strategic and instructional leadership across the faculty, driving high expectations for teaching, learning and student success.

The role requires a proactive and relational leader with strong organisational and communication skills, the ability to lead innovation and change, and a commitment to fostering collaborative practice and continuous improvement across the school community.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Experience leading curriculum, teaching, and learning within Food Technology and/or Design Technologies. 
• A strong understanding of the Design Technologies Australian Curriculum.
• Experience in coordinating or developing industry partnerships, vocational pathways, or Gateway to Industry Schools Program (GISP) initiatives. 
• Proven capability in leading teams, managing programs, and supporting staff with their capability development. 
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, including strategic planning and compliance requirements. 
• The ability to foster innovative teaching practices and authentic learning opportunities aligned to industry expectations. 
• Experience supporting pathways into vocational education, training, and employment would be highly regarded. 
• Strengthen and expand industry partnerships and community engagement.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

Interested? 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 asssed' or 'Competencies' 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
  
  NQR690055_26P - Role Description (PDF, 362KB)
  Role Description