Join a collaborative school community committed to innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

This leadership opportunity is ideal for an experienced leader across Humanities who is passionate about curriculum, staff development, and creating engaging learning experiences that prepare students for a bright future. Successful applicants will be leading Humanities, Languages and have experience leading blended learning across platforms such as QLearn.

Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification Stream 2 /HO1
Workplace Location Brisbane - North
Job ad reference QLD/MNR699504/26E
Closing date 03-Sep-2026
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration Until 11 December 2026 unless otherwise determined
Contact person Anita WINKELER
Contact details 07 3354 0222
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This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

About us:

Everton Park State High School aims to Create Bright Futures for all students. Everton Park State High school is a dynamic, contemporary and futures-oriented school with engaged students and enthusiastic staff with high expectations for all.

Our students are given the best educational opportunity to excel in either an academic or vocational pathway as the school boasts exceptional teachers who are committed to providing teaching and learning strategies to individualise learning for students. We have a very picturesque setting with modern facilities to accommodate our students.



The size of the school means we can provide a wide range of learning opportunities without compromising on quality and care.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

- Lead the school 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 career 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 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.

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

Role Description

Information Package for Applicants

📌 EOI - Head of Department - Everton Park State High School (Brisbane)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Brisbane