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Head of Department - English - Browns Plains State High School (0.4 FTE)
South East Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Browns Plains State High School is seeking a passionate leader to take on a shared role as Head of Department - English.
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and inspire within a dynamic and supportive school community, shaping the delivery of high-quality English programs.
The position is part-time at 0.40 FTE, equating to 20 hours per fortnight; however there is an opportunity for the successful applicant to negotiate an additional 0.6 FTE Teaching component.
This position is available from 14 July 2025 for a period of 6 months with possibility of extension.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 2 /HO1 |
| Workplace Location | Logan - Beaudesert |
| Job ad reference | QLD/SER639531/25T |
| Closing date | 10-Jun-2025 |
| Job duration | 6 months, unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Ben Ward |
| Contact details | 07 3802 6222 Access the National Relay Service |
This is a temporary full-time position until 12 December 2025, unless otherwise determined.
About the Department
The Department of Education is 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.
About the School
About the Role
As the Head of Department - English, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- 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.
Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
- Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing the "How you will 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.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
Information Package for Applicants
SER639531_25T - Role Description (PDF, 240KB)
Role Description
