Lead the Student Services team at Coolum State High School in this temporary Head of Department opportunity until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined.

This role is suited to an experienced educator with strong instructional leadership capability in education.

You will drive curriculum excellence, strengthen teaching and learning practices, and support high expectations for student achievement, engagement and academic success across the faculty.

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

Job details

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.

Who We Are:

Coolum State High School is a dynamic, high-performing school with a strong reputation for academic achievement and a broad co-curricular program.

The school is recognised for strong ATAR outcomes, positive student destinations and sustained success across sporting and cultural programs.

Students are motivated, committed to their learning and actively engaged in a diverse academic and co-curricular environment.

Staff operate within a culture of high expectations, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

Located in Coolum Beach on the Sunshine Coast, the school is positioned within a coastal regional setting offering access to strong community infrastructure and nearby major centres including Noosa and Maroochydore.

As the Head of Department - Student Services, you will: 

• 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.

Submit Your Application:

• Provide a CV (maximum 2 pages) with contact details of 2 references (one of which must be your current supervisor).
• Provide a written statement (maximum 2 pages) addressing key capabilities 1-5 as per the role description.
• 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.

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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  NCR690801_26T Role Description (PDF, 292KB)
  Role Description