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Townsville, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year*About the DepartmentThe Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable...
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*About the Department
The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About the School
Proserpine State High School is a vibrant and inclusive learning community where every student is supported to reach their full potential through a balanced and holistic approach to education. Guided by our motto "Success. Together," we value strong partnerships between students, staff, families, and the wider community, ensuring that each young person is empowered to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. With a focus on high-quality teaching, modern learning environments, and 21st-century skills, our students are prepared for success in an ever-changing world. From academic programs and cultural experiences to leadership, sport, and community engagement, Proserpine State High School offers rich and diverse opportunities that inspire confidence, curiosity, and lifelong learning.
About the Role
As the Head of Department, you will play a pivotal role in supporting a positive and successful transition for students into secondary schooling, leading initiatives that promote engagement, wellbeing, and strong learning outcomes across Years 7-9. You will champion high expectations for behaviour and achievement while fostering a safe, inclusive environment where every student is supported to succeed. Working closely with staff, families, and the wider community, you will strengthen partnerships and ensure continuity of learning as students move from primary to secondary education. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the junior secondary experience at Proserpine State High School and contribute to the continued growth of its strong culture and future direction.
Your Responsibilities
As the Head of Department - Junior Secondary, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Demonstrates a strong understanding of the Principles of Junior Secondary and how they inform effective practice.
Builds positive, respectful, and productive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
Oversees and enhances the smooth transition of students from primary to high school.
Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply
Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
Attach a written statement (1-page maximum) about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements 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.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.*
