Expressions of Interest are invited for a Head of Department - Junior Secondary at Marsden State High School.

Join the leadership team on a temporary basis for the remainder of Term 2, until 27 June 2025 unless otherwise determined.

Job details

This is a temporary full-time position for Term 3, from 19 May 2025 until 27 June 2025, unless otherwise determined. This is open to Expressions of Interest and possible extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.  

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

Marsden State High School is one of Queensland's largest and most dynamic secondary schools, located in Logan City, south of Brisbane. Known for its strong academic, sporting, and cultural programs, Marsden SHS fosters a culture of high expectations, inclusion, and excellence. 

About the Role

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

• Lead the curriculum focus and school department in developing and committing to a shared vision focused on quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
• Set high standards for student and staff performance.
• Engage in lifelong learning and professional development.
• Build partnerships with students, parents, agencies, and community groups.
• Be future-oriented and strategic.
• Understand legislation and policies impacting on the school department, students and staff. 
• Manage the human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources of the school department to achieve goals.

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 be familiar with your relevant work history).
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description "How you will be assessed" section.

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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  SER634798_25E - Role Description (PDF, 387KB)
  Role Description