We are seeking a passionate, creative and highly motivated Head of Department - The Arts to provide dynamic instructional and strategic leadership within our Arts faculty. As Head of Department - The Arts, you will lead and inspire a team of teachers to deliver engaging, innovative and high-quality Arts programs that foster creativity, critical thinking, self-expression and student engagement across a range of artistic disciplines. The successful applicant will demonstrate strong curriculum knowledge, exceptional leadership and communication skills, and a genuine commitment to providing diverse and enriching Arts experiences that enable every student to discover and develop their creative potential. This is a temporary full-time position 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 and direction for the department, developing and implementing a shared vision focused on high-quality teaching, learning and improved educational outcomes for all students.
• Promote an inclusive, equitable and socially just learning environment that establishes high expectations for student achievement, staff performance and professional accountability.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and lifelong learning by supporting staff professional development, building capability and modelling reflective practice.
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with students, parents, government agencies and community organisations to enhance student engagement, wellbeing and success.
• Demonstrate strategic and future-focused leadership through effective management of human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources, while ensuring 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.

• NQR707368_26E - Role Description (PDF, 272KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants