Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for teaching and learning? Are you are interested in supporting strategic initiatives that contribute to departmental commitments, shaping the future for our children and young people? Noosa District State High School (located at Pomona and Cooroy on the Sunshine Coast) are looking for someone who is relationship driven, dynamic, and innovative when it comes to achieving results and delivering outcomes for students. This is a temporary full-time position commencing from 13th July until 11th December 2026, unless otherwise determined. This exciting opportunity allows you to be at the forefront of fostering excellence in our students and working with an experienced, dynamic staff.

Job details

Who we are:

At Noosa District State High School, we are committed to creating a safe and caring learning environment that enables the diversity, resilience, creativity and success of all students. This is empowered by our values that guide high expectations and a culture of excellence for our school community through respect, responsibility and active learning.

We offer a diverse range of programs and extracurricular activities designed to cater to the varied interests and talents of our students. From academic excellence to sports, arts, and community service, there is something for everyone at Noosa District.
We are proud to operate across three unique campuses that are all designed to support the specific needs of students at each stage of their secondary schooling journey.

About the Role:

As the Head of Department - Technology, you are responsible for leading the Curriculum, Teaching & Learning for our Year 7 - 12 students across 2 campuses within all of the Technologies curriculum areas including Design Technologies, Digital Technologies and Food Specialisation student management & support of Year 11 & 12 students; as well as leadership and management of Noosa District State High School's RTO management and compliance. This unique opportunity includes the development of partnerships across campuses, promoting the school through academic achievement, signature pathways & extra-curricular activities. This role gives you the opportunity to work in collaboration with Heads of Departments across both Pomona and Cooroy Campuses.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Lead curriculum focus in line with school and departmental initiatives
• Participate in delivering the vision of State Schools Division
• Develop the quality of teaching and learning
• Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders.

The Head of Department is accountable to and under the direction of the Principal or delegate.

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

How to apply:

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

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.

• NCR688796_26T - Role Description (PDF, 253KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants