An opportunity exists for a Head of Department (Secondary) - VET and Special Programs to join the Woree State High School team. This is a temporary position commencing on 14 July 2025 until 12 December 2025, unless otherwise determined.

Apply now to be a part of our vibrant academic community and help shape the next generation of leaders.

Job details

About Woree State High School

Woree State High School is a modern secondary high school located in a picturesque, safe suburban setting. The moderate school population provides a more personal and individual approach for all students, whilst maintaining the full range of curriculum offerings.

Woree State High School was established in 1985 and has a proven history of being a good all round performer. We are proud of our academic standards, our modern curriculum, our cultural richness, our professional teaching, our innovative practices, our sporting champions, and our creative brilliance, all within a disciplined and caring environment.

About the Role
As a Head of Department - VET and Special Programs, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Managing the operations, teaching and learning of SchoolTech at the Cairns TAFE for year 12 students in 2025;
• Taking on the role of RTO manager for the school;
• Developing innovated programs to improve student pathways;
• Demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and capacity to sustain productive relationships within and beyond the school community;
• Being proactive, innovative and ability to use strategic thinking and analytical skills to contribute to educational outcomes at a school level, whilst ensuring legislative requirements are met will also be necessary.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

How to Apply

• Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 2-pg response to 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.

• FNR638765_25T - Role Description (PDF, 145KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants