We are seeking an enthusiastic, strategic and innovative Head of Department - Humanities to provide strong curriculum and instructional leadership and drive excellence in teaching and learning across the Humanities faculty. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, communication and organisational skills, a commitment to inclusive and socially just practices, and the ability to manage faculty resources effectively while aligning curriculum delivery with the Australian Curriculum, departmental priorities and the school’s strategic direction. This is a temporary full-time position until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

About Us

Coombabah State High School is a vibrant and caring learning community. We are located in a spacious, natural environment. At Coombabah High, we promote belonging. We are community focused. Together we celebrate our talents and achievements, support and encourage each other. Our students and families' cultures, perspectives and experiences shape and enrich our school.

We value the strong, supportive relationships we have built within our school and wider community. Our academic, sporting, cultural and industry links offer opportunities for each student to gain the skills and experience they need to thrive in a rapidly changing, globalised world.

About the Role

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Provide strategic leadership to develop and implement a shared educational vision that promotes inclusive practices, equity and quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Embed socially just and inclusive practices in daily school life, ensuring high expectations for student achievement, staff performance and continuous improvement.
• Build staff capability and foster a culture of lifelong learning, professional development, collaboration and evidence-informed practice.
• Establish and maintain strong partnerships with students, parents, government agencies and community organisations to enhance student learning, engagement and wellbeing.
• Demonstrate future-focused leadership by aligning departmental priorities with the school's strategic direction, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies, and effectively managing human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources to achieve departmental goals.

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 work history); and
• A 2-page 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.

• SER704255_26T - Role Description (PDF, 271KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants