A temporary position exists for an outstanding and strategic Head of Department Student Engagement, with oversight of student behaviour and engagement at Coombabah State High School in Semester 1 - 2026.

The Head of Department Student Engagement also collaborates with other schools in the Northern Gold Coast 'Northern Collegiate' network.

If you’re ready to lead impactful engagement strategies and help shape a supportive school environment, apply now.

Job details

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

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:

Coombabah State High School is a community built on high expectations with a focus on the learner and relationships.

We are a friendly and inclusive learning community - we promote belonging. We are a school that listens and works with parents in partnership authentically.

We are a small school that works hard to innovate to ensures all students are catered for. We embed holistic human development across the school to develop good human beings.

The culture at Coombabah State High School is positive and collegial. We value active collaboration with robust discussions. We enable all staff to contribute their perspective. 

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

Working closely with the Principal and Executive Leadership Team, the successful candidate will establish a strong and sustainable foundation that benefits Coombabah State High School's students, staff, and wider community. This role demands flexibility, independence, and relational leadership, underpinned by effective change management and clear communication.

The HOD – Student Behaviour and Engagement will work in close partnership with Deputy Principals to ensure student wellbeing and learning success for all students. This includes implementing policies and practices that promote safe, respectful behaviours and productive learning environments. Strong communication with parents and caregivers will be essential to maintain positive partnerships.

Operating primarily within a behaviour management and engagement context, the HOD may also assist with other subject or administrative responsibilities as required, always upholding the school's DRIVE values in every action and decision.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide leadership and guidance for the implementation of innovative measures aimed at improving student learning outcomes and attendance in schools where a significant percentage of students may have a disadvantaged background, ensuring quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Where requested, prepare all data returns for senior management.
• Monitor students' individual performance and behaviour and develop and implement intervention strategies where necessary.
• Communicate and work with parents, higher education institutes and State Schools Division to improve learning outcomes, student achievements and attendance.

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

The Perfect Fit:

As an instructional leader, the successful applicant will prioritize building collaborative teacher teams that embody problem-solving skills, decision-making agility, and a readiness to innovate. In Coombabah State High School's dynamic and growing environment, Heads of Department are expected to lead with confidence and resilience while consistently modelling our DRIVE values: demonstrating dynamic problem-solving to overcome challenges, showing respect in all interactions, acting with integrity in decision-making, valuing others through collaborative, future-focused learning, and empowering the collective efficacy of teaching teams.

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 response to the How you may be assessed section of 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.

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

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
  
  SER672194_25E Role Description (PDF, 179KB)
  Role Description