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EOI - Head of Department - Humanities - Albany Creek State High School
Metropolitan North Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Take the next step in your leadership journey with an exciting Expression of Interest opportunity as Head of Department ¿ Humanities at Albany Creek State High School. Lead and inspire teaching and learning within the Humanities department, support staff development and contribute to improved student achievement.
This is a great opportunity to showcase your leadership skills, drive curriculum excellence and make a positive impact across the school community.
Apply now to bring your passion for Humanities education and leadership to Albany Creek State High School!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 2 /HO1 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/MNR706490/26E |
| Closing date | 12-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 23 April 2027 unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Rebekah Power |
| Contact details | 07 3325 6333 Access the National Relay Service |
This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.
About us:
Your opportunity:
Responsible for the leadership of the Humanities department 7-12 including curriculum oversight and quality assurance processes and high-quality teaching and learning.
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing Humanities events (excursions and incursions) and running the school's debating program.
As part of the HOD Humanities portfolio, the successful applicant will work with school's HOD English to continue the leadership of the Whole School Approach to Reading and coordinate the Metro North Humanities HOD cluster. Expertise in Legal Studies will be favoured.
Responsibilities include:
- Lead the school department in developing and maintaining a shared educational vision centred on achieving quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Promote socially just practices throughout the school while maintaining high expectations for student and staff performance.
- Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning, ongoing professional development and strategic, future-focused planning.
- Establish and maintain effective partnerships with students, parents, government agencies and community groups.
- Oversee the department's human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources, ensuring relevant legislation and policies are understood and followed.
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 written statement in response to 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.
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.
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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
Information Package for Applicants
MNR706490_26E Role Description (PDF, 273KB)
Role Description
