Head of Department - Humanities - Maryborough State High School

About this job

About the Department of Education:

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

Who We Are:

Since 1881, Maryborough State High School has been a proud leader in educational excellence.

We offer a flexible learning environment where students can pursue academic, sporting, cultural, and community-based programs tailored to meet diverse needs and goals.

With high expectations for performance, we provide individualized learning pathways, ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed.

Our dedicated staff play a pivotal role in shaping students' lives, and quality teaching remains a cornerstone of our school.

As the Head of Department, you will:

• 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.

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

We're looking for someone who:

• Leads with clarity and courage
• Builds strong, accountable teams
• Refuses to accept average—for themselves or others
• Believes every student can be ambitious, and acts accordingly

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

NCR688715_26T Role Description.pdf

Applicant Information Package.pdf