Beaudesert State High School invites expressions of interest for a passionate and strategic Head of Department – Physical Education to lead our vibrant PE faculty in the beautiful Scenic Rim. In this role, you will mentor and support teachers, build strong relationships with students and families, and drive high achievement in PE and our tailored sports programs, while promoting health and fitness across the school.

If you're committed to whole-school improvement and ready to make a real impact in a supportive and fun environment, we encourage you to apply.

Job details

This is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.    

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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 

Beaudesert State High School is committed to delivering an innovative education that goes beyond the classroom, beginning with tailored literacy and numeracy programs and offering extension subjects to challenge high-achieving students. The school provides a broad and engaging curriculum, including STEM, Early Childhood Education, Ancient History, Engineering, Digital Technologies and Hospitality, designed to inspire and motivate students. With specialised programs such as VET qualifications, Sports and Equestrian Academies, Agriculture, and Performing Arts, Beaudesert State High School supports students to excel academically and follow their passions in a dynamic and supportive environment.

About the Role

The Head of Department - Physical Education plays a key leadership role at Beaudesert State High School, guiding a vibrant PE faculty and driving excellence in health, fitness, and sport across the school. Based in the stunning Scenic Rim, this role focuses on mentoring teachers, strengthening student and family connections, and leading high-impact PE and sports programs. It's a dynamic position for a strategic leader committed to whole-school improvement and student success.

Your Responsibilities 

As the Head of Department - Physical Education, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:  

• Ability to build strong relationships with parents, students and our PE faculty
• Mentor and support our PE Teachers
• Be the driving force behind students high achievement in PE and our tailored sports programs
• A strategic thinker with a commitment to whole of school improvement
• Ability to promote our health and fitness programs to students 

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)  in response to the attached role description.
• Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description  

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.

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.

• SER649468_25E - Role Description (PDF, 240KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants