Head of Department

2 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Department of Education Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

The Head of Department (Secondary) oversees programs for Years 7-9, with a focus on ACARA, the Student Wellbeing Framework, student engagement, and junior secondary transitions.

Experience in timetabling is highly regarded.

Join a supportive school community and make a meaningful impact.

About the School

Trinity Bay State High School is a vibrant co-educational school catering to approximately 1800 students from Years 7 to 12. Renowned for its excellence in Visual Arts, Science, Technology, and Sport, the school offers a diverse curriculum designed to support every student in achieving their academic best. The senior school provides a wide range of academic and vocational pathways, including a regional vocational academy, while the junior school blends core subjects with an expanding selection of electives to ease the transition from primary school. Enrichment programs in dance, drama, music, technical theatre, and sport further enhance the learning experience.

For more information, visit Trinity Bay SHS ( ).

About the Role

As Head of Department (Secondary), you will lead the development and delivery of quality educational outcomes for students in Years 7 to 9. This includes fostering a shared educational vision, embedding socially just practices, and setting high standards for student and staff performance. You will manage resources effectively, build strong partnerships with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies. This role requires a strategic and future-focused leader committed to professional growth and lifelong learning.

Interested? To Apply:

  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
  • Attach a 2-page response to the How you will be assessed section of 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.

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