Head of Department (Teaching and Learning) - Calliope State High School

Education (Organisation site: http://qed.qld.gov.au/)

Central Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division

Calliope State High School is seeking a Head of Department (Teaching and Learning) to lead curriculum excellence, strengthen pedagogy, and drive whole-school improvement.

This role supports staff capability and ensures consistent, high-quality teaching and learning across the school.

Apply now to lead and make a lasting impact.

Job details

Position status

Fixed Term Temporary

Position type

Full-time

Occupational group

Education & Training

Classification

Stream 2 /HO1

Workplace Location

Rockhampton region

Job ad reference

QLD/CQR687823/26T

Closing date

17-May-2026

Yearly salary

$141088 - $143582

Fortnightly salary

$5407.90 - $5503.50

Total remuneration

Salary Other

Job duration

Until 09 October 2026 unless otherwise determined

Contact person

Gerowyn Lacaze

Contact details

07 4975 9777 Access the National Relay Service

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 ( https://qed.qld.gov.au/working-with-us ).

Why Join Us:

Join us at Calliope State High School, a modern school with 450 students.

Our school is set in a semi-rural location, with access to services in Gladstone and beaches at Tannum Sands. We are proud of our supportive school culture.

As the Head of Department (Teaching and Learning), you will lead a team to design and deliver innovative and responsive curricular and co-curricular programs across all year levels.

This role is about developing teacher capability and confidence across pedagogical practice and curriculum delivery. You will contribute to the broader strategic agenda of the school as a member of Calliope's Leadership Team.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

The successful candidate will be an innovative, strategic and relational leader with a passion for curriculum development and quality teaching and learning.

Housing may be available for the duration of this role.

Responsibilities include:

• 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.

The Perfect Fit:

• Ability to mentor early career teachers.
• Coaching or mentoring experience.
• Highly collaborative and supportive.

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.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights ( https://www.forgov.qld.gov.au/humanrights ) and diversity ( https://www.forgov.qld.gov.au/inclusion-and-diversity-commitment ).

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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB) Information Package for Applicants
• CQR687823_26T Role Description (PDF, 253KB) Role Description