Head of Department

13 hours ago

Ipswich, Australia Queensland Government Full time

Kruger State School have an opportunity for two Heads of Department - Student Engagement to join our Leadership Team in 2026.

We invite applications from experienced educators who will embrace an opportunity to work as part of a team to strengthen our positive culture and promote our school values.

Apply now to lead, inspire, and help shape a thriving school community.

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
Our school plays a significant role in the lives of your children as they grow and develop.

In partnership with parents and other members of the community, our school provides students with a high quality education that equips them with the knowledge, skills and attributes needed to be successful in the future; an education which enables students to participate in and contribute to a culturally, socially and economically vibrant society.

Step Into Your Next Chapter
An ideal candidate for the job is any experienced educator who understands how societal changes have shaped our young students and their engagement with schooling, and who is ready to work as part of the team to find new and improved ways to ensure all students, regardless of their backgrounds, can succeed.

Responsibilities Include

  • Data analysis of behavioural trends and development of learning experiences to respond effectively and in a timely manner
  • Collaboration with Leadership Team to support students' academic achievement, in particular in reading and digital learning
  • Innovation in ways in which students' learning is celebrated at end of each term
  • Support of students and their families who come from different cultural backgrounds.

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.

Occupational group
Education & Training

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