Head of Department - Senior Schooling at Beenleigh State High School

About Beenleigh State High School

At Beenleigh State High School, a commitment to both student well-being and academic success creates a safe, supportive, inclusive, and enriching environment where every learner has opportunities to excel.

Role Overview

We seek an innovative curriculum leader who will champion excellence in teaching and learning, establish high expectations for student achievement and staff output, oversee academic progress for all year levels, and ensure compliance with education quality and vocational standards. This position entails empowering staff development and nurturing collaborative partnerships with students, families, external providers, and the wider community.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead faculty curriculum planning, instruction, and learning outcomes to ensure quality education for all students.
• Maintain rigorous standards for student achievement and staff performance across the department.
• Monitor and evaluate students' academic progress at every level.
• Guarantee adherence to government education requirements and vocational education and training (VET) standards, including QCAA and ASQA.
• Oversee internal VET documentation and compliance for registered qualifications.
• Track completion and certification rates of VET qualifications within the school.
• Develop a strong knowledge of VET systems or demonstrate readiness to acquire this expertise.
• Establish and strengthen relationships with stakeholders including students, parents, education providers, and community members.

About the Employer

Working with the Queensland Department of Education provides a professional, diverse, and supportive work environment that values leadership, innovation, and flexible career development while encouraging work-life balance.

Application Details

• Submit a current resume including referees familiar with your relevant career experience.
• Provide a two-page written response to the role description outlining your suitability.
• Include copies of the required qualifications and registration credentials as specified.

We encourage candidates to request any support needed to ensure an inclusive recruitment process. Applications will remain active for 12 months and may be considered for similar roles. Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Additional Information

This temporary full-time opportunity continues until 11 December 2026 unless otherwise notified.