Head of Department - Health and Physical Education /The Arts/Technology - Spinifex State College

recruited via Department of Education and Training (Queensland) (Brisbane, Queensland, Australia)

Job Reference QLD/NQR684570/26T

Closing date April 21, 2026

Location North West Qld

Contact
07 4740 1111

About this job

Who We Are:

As the largest secondary school in North West Queensland, we are proud to provide a high-quality education to students from Mount Isa and surrounding communities.

Ours is a college built on opportunity, connection, and a deep belief in the potential of every young person.

At Spinifex, we are three campuses – one college: Junior, Senior, and Boarding. While each campus has its own identity, we are united by shared values, high expectations, and a collective commitment to student success.

We are also four houses – one family: Moondarra, Julius, Leichhardt, and Rifle — fostering belonging, pride, and teamwork across our college.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

• Lead the school department to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
• Set high standards for student and staff performance.
• Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
• Form partnerships with students, parents, other government agencies, and community groups.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Submit Your Application:

• 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.

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.

Application Downloads

NQR684570_26T Role Description.pdf

Applicant Information Package.pdf

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