Head of Department

An exciting opportunity is available at Sandgate District State High School for a passionate and driven Head of Department - The Arts to join our Leadership Team. Lead a vibrant and creative faculty, inspire student engagement across a diverse range of arts subjects, and contribute to a culture of
excellence in teaching and learning.

Apply now to lead and shape the future of The Arts at Sandgate District State High School.

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:

Sandgate District State High School is a high performing Independent Public School providing a comprehensive co-educational secondary education for your people in the North-Eastern bayside suburbs of Brisbane since 1959.

Our vision is to cultivate a community of lifelong learners and leaders committed to excellence and personal growth to positively impact our evolving world.

We pride ourselves on working hard in partnership with our community to provide a broad experience of secondary education for all of our students. Sandgate District State High School has a number of unique partnerships with universities, industry and community organisations which enhance student real-world learning and pathways to post-school options. We achieve this through our school values of Perseverance, Respect, Innovation, Dedication and Excellence.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

• Lead Performing Arts and Visual Arts curriculum, staff and Creative Industries precinct including the Instrumental Music Program and the Dance Excellence and Music Excellence Programs.
• Support school events including leading the AV and media for events including awards night, valedictory, dance night, drama performances and other deparment and whole of school events when required.
• Lead the arts 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 response to the How you may 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.