We are seeking an enthusiastic, innovative and highly motivated Head of Department - English to provide strong instructional and strategic leadership within our English faculty. As Head of Department - English you will lead and inspire a team of teachers to deliver engaging, inclusive and high-quality English programs that develop students' literacy, critical thinking, communication and analytical skills, while improving student achievement and engagement across all year levels. The successful applicant will demonstrate strong curriculum knowledge, exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, and a genuine commitment to achieving outstanding educational outcomes for every student. This is a temporary part-time position (0.2 FTE or 10 hours per fortnight) commencing 21 January 2027 until 25 March 2027, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

About Us

Northern Beaches State High School has grown to become the premier school of choice for parents and students in the rapidly growing Northern Beaches area of Townsville.  Until the high school opened in 1997, students had been forced to go all the way into town to continue their secondary schooling, meaning long days travelling on buses. 

Northern Beaches State High School was designed with the future in mind and its infrastructure reflects the needs of a 21st Century school and its learners.  As a result, students at Northern Beaches State High School are well equipped for success in the 21st Century world.

The school motto: Together Everyone Achieves More (TEAM) has been a cornerstone of the values that underpin the school and the close connection it enjoys with the local community. With its enthusiastic students, supportive parents, motivated and talented staff, state-of-the-art facilities and a positive learning environment, Northern Beaches State High School is a great place to be!

About the Role

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Provide strategic leadership to develop and drive a shared departmental vision focused on delivering high-quality teaching, learning and improved outcomes for all students.
• Foster an inclusive, equitable and socially just learning environment that promotes high expectations, positive relationships and accountability for student and staff performance.
• Lead a culture of continuous improvement by promoting collaboration, professional growth, lifelong learning and ongoing development of staff capability.
• Establish and maintain meaningful partnerships with students, parents, government agencies and community organisations to enhance student engagement, wellbeing and educational success.
• Demonstrate strategic, future-focused leadership through effective resource management, sound decision-making and compliance with relevant legislation, departmental policies and procedures relating to students and staff.

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. 

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply. 

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.

• NQR707345_26E - Role Description (PDF, 272KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants