Cannon Hill State School is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Head of Department (Curriculum) to join our passionate team from January 2026.

In this leadership role, you will drive curriculum development aligned with school and departmental priorities, support the implementation of the State Schools Division’s vision, enhance the quality of teaching and learning, and foster strong, positive relationships with students, staff, and the wider school community. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and forward-thinking educational environment.

If you're ready to inspire change, lead with purpose, and shape the future of education, apply now and be part of something exceptional at Cannon Hill State School!

Job details

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 

Cannon Hill State School is a welcoming and community-focused school with a proud tradition of inspiring a lifelong love of learning, where students are encouraged to be respectful, safe, and ready to learn in engaging classrooms that foster creativity, curiosity, and a strong sense of responsibility to each other and the world around them; staff are valued as integral members of a supportive and collaborative school culture that prioritises professional growth, wellbeing, and shared success; and families, the P&C, and the broader community are actively involved in shaping a vibrant learning environment that embraces diversity, celebrates achievement, and ensures every child has the opportunity to thrive. 

About the Role  

As the Head of Department (Curriculum), you will lead the curriculum focus in alignment with school and departmental initiatives, supporting the delivery of the State Schools Division's vision while enhancing the quality of teaching and learning across the school. You will nurture positive relationships among students, teachers, and stakeholders, and play a key role in facilitating collaborative planning meetings with teachers, with a strong focus on implementing Version 9 of the Australian Curriculum. The successful candidate will bring experience and well-developed interpersonal skills to support staff through coaching and capability building, particularly in effectively delivering the Australian Curriculum to all learners. The school has implemented the Promoting Literacy Development (PLD) Phonics Program, and this role will include a teaching component.

Your Responsibilities 

As the Head of Department (Curriculum), your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:  

• Developing a Whole School Approach to Reading in line with the Department's reading commitment to teach reading consistently using an evidence-informed approach.
• Create a Inclusive School Culture.
• Embed socially just practices in daily school life.

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.

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.

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.

• MSR658275_25T - Role Description (PDF, 179KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants