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Head of Department - Queensland Children's Hospital School
Metropolitan South Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Are you passionate about education and supporting students through challenging times?
Join Queensland Children’s Hospital School as Head of Department and lead inclusive learning opportunities that support students’ educational progress and wellbeing.
Apply now to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 2 /HO1 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - South |
| Job ad reference | QLD/MSR704178/26T |
| Closing date | 29-Oct-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 17 Sept 2027 unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Barry Duncan |
| Contact details | 07 2105 6054 Access the National Relay Service |
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.
About us:
Queensland Children's Hospital School provides educational support to children and young people receiving treatment at Queensland Children's Hospital in South Brisbane.
The school helps students maintain continuity in their learning during hospital stays, offering flexible and individualised educational experiences tailored to their needs.
With a strong focus on wellbeing, inclusion and connection, the school supports students to continue learning while managing their health journey.
Your opportunity:
The Head of Department currently leads the teaching teams, including curriculum implementation, at three campuses on the northside of Brisbane that cater for secondary students who are engaged in adolescent mental health treatment programs. Please refer to attached document for further information.
Responsibilities include:
- Lead the department in establishing and working towards a shared educational vision that delivers quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Promote equity and socially just practices throughout the school while maintaining high expectations for student and staff performance.
- Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and ongoing professional development.
- Develop strong partnerships with students, parents, government agencies and community groups to support the school community.
- Apply strategic, future-focused leadership while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies, and overseeing human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources to achieve departmental goals.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
Interested? To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the attached 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.
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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
Information Package for Applicants
MSR704178_26T Role Description (PDF, 271KB)
Role Description
