An exciting opportunity is available for a passionate and experienced leader to join the leadership team at Mackay State High School. This role is pivotal in delivering high-quality, holistic education with a strong focus on sporting excellence. The successful applicant will lead Health and Physical Education (HPE) curriculum and pedagogy, while managing, in collaboration with support staff, five Sporting Academies: Rugby League, Football, Volleyball, Netball, and Basketball. Essential to the role are strong communication, curriculum knowledge, and organisational skills, alongside a genuine passion for sport and student achievement. The position also involves building and maintaining effective relationships with staff, students, parents, and the wider sporting community.

Apply now to take on this rewarding leadership opportunity in a vibrant and sport-focused school environment.

Job details

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

About the School 

Mackay State High School is a large and diverse school community located in the heart of the Mackay CBD. Our mission is to deliver educational excellence and offer diverse pathways for our students, underpinned by a culture of inclusion, high expectations and pride. We are dedicated to helping every student reach their full potential, whether in academics, sport, culture or the arts. Our programs are designed to meet individual learning needs and career aspirations, with a strong emphasis on building positive and supportive relationships among teachers, students, parents and the wider community.

At Mackay State High School, our core values of Respect, Responsibility and Resilience guide everything we do, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all. We are proud of our vision, "We Believe … We Achieve, Mackay High Pride," and are committed to living it every day. 

Your opportunity
As the Head of Department HPE and Sporting Academies you will:

• Lead curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and moderation practices across the faculty
• Collect, analyse and interpret data to improve student achievement and engagement
• Support teachers to achieve high standards and to develop their capacity through professional learning, coaching and feedback
•  Form collaborative partnerships with relevant industry and external organisations
•  Support, model and coach teachers in classroom management techniques to enhance student engagement
•  Form strong learning partnerships with students, parents and external stakeholders in case management processes
•  Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling especially in relation to curriculum activity risk assessments, workplace health and safety and students and staff within the HPE and Sports department
•  Manage the human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources of the school department to achieve goals

An immediate start is required for this position, and applicants must ensure that their current supervisor is informed of and supportive of their application before applying. 

Your Responsibilities 

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

• Set high standards for student and staff performance
• Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development
• Form partnerships with students, parents, other government agencies, and community groups
• Be futures oriented and strategic

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 have an understanding of your relevant work history); 
• A maximum 1 page written response outlining your suitability for the role referring to the key capabilities under the 'How you will be assessed' How you will be assessed within the context of the role described above, the ideal applicant will be someone who has the following key capabilities:
  • 1. Demonstrated teaching competence and capacity to provide curriculum leadership leading to the achievement of quality learning outcomes for all students.
  • 2. Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to develop and sustain productive relationships within and beyond the school community.
• Attach evidence 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. 

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, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  CQR661012_25E - Role Description (PDF, 180KB)
  Role Description