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Head of Department - Technology - Shailer Park State High School
South East Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Shailer Park State High School is seeking a Head of Department - Technology for a temporary leadership opportunity.
Bring your curriculum leadership, collaborative approach and focus on student outcomes to support effective teaching and learning in Technology.
Apply now to take the next step in your career and make a difference in the lives of students and the wider school community!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 2 /HO1 |
| Workplace Location | Logan - Beaudesert |
| Job ad reference | QLD/SER704025/26T |
| Closing date | 02-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 10 Dec 2027 unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Katrina Davies |
| Contact details | 07 3451 2733 Access the National Relay Service |
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.
About us:
Shailer Park State High School is a co-educational secondary school in Logan, Queensland, catering to students from Years 7 to 12.
Guided by its vision of Excellence in Learning and Life, the school offers a diverse range of opportunities across academics, STEM, sport, performing arts and leadership.
With a focus on high expectations, personal growth and strong community partnerships, the school is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where students can develop their skills, confidence and resilience to succeed.
Your opportunity:
- Lead the department in establishing and working towards a shared vision that supports high-quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Promote fairness, equity and socially just practices while maintaining high expectations for student and staff performance.
- Engage in ongoing professional learning and apply a strategic, future-focused approach to departmental leadership.
- Build effective partnerships with students, parents, government agencies and community groups to support the school community.
- Oversee departmental staff, finances, facilities and curriculum resources, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies affecting students and staff.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
Interested? To Apply:
- Attach a 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 will 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.
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.
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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
Information Package for Applicants
SER704025_26T Role Description (PDF, 272KB)
Role Description
