The Gap State High School is seeking a passionate educator to join our Student Services team as a Head of Department (locally known as a Head of Year) with position beginning on January 22, 2026, for 1 term with the possibility of extension.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where every student feels known, valued, and successful.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.5FTE), 25 hours per fortnight.

Job details

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

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.

Our School:

The Gap State High School is a high-performing state high school in Brisbane with approximately 1750 students. We believe in 'Learners Who Flourish' and we value 'Thinking Big', 'Stepping Up', 'Paying it Forward' and 'Being Kind'.

This role:

The role is 0.5FTE Head of Department - Student Services and the other 0.5FTE will be negotiated with the succesful candidate.

As Head of Department - Student Services, you will:

• Provide leadership and guidance for the implementation of innovative measures aimed at improving student learning outcomes and engagement in school, ensuring quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Work within a team of support staffthat responds to the diverse needs of our learners. By allowing for personalised instruction, adaptable groupings, and varied teaching approaches, this model will foster engagement, inclusion, and wellbeing for all students.
• Monitor students' individual performance and behaviour and develop and implement intervention strategies where necessary.
• Communicate and work with parents, staff, higher education institutes and State Schools Division to develop strategies to improve learning outcomes, student achievements and attendance.
• Develop and implement community engagement strategies and programs with other organisations, local businesses and not for profit organisations.
• Embed socially just practices in daily school life through leadership in relation to student attendance and improved academic outcomes.
• Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling especially in relation to students and staff within the school.
• Manage the human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources of the school department to achieve goals.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

The ideal applicant will be a compassionate, solutions-focused leader with:

• Strong curriculum knowledge with an ability to effectively differentiate and provide relevant and engaging learning opportunities to students
• Strong interpersonal and coaching skills to build trust, capability, and collective efficacy among staff.
• The ability to develop, lead, and evaluate engagement strategies that strengthen connection, engagement, and learning outcomes.
• A collaborative mindset that fosters partnerships between students, families, and community agencies.

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration 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
  
  MNR672665_25E Role Description (PDF, 205KB)
  Role Description