Head of Department – Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS)

St Andrews Lutheran College is an independent, co-educational school located at the southern end of the Gold Coast, with over 1,400 students from Early Learning to Year 12. We are a Christ-centred community with a mission to strive for excellence in Christian co-education.

Our employee community is a passionate and dedicated team who inspire and nurture confident young people. As employees, our College Mission of Celebrating the Gospel | Nurturing the Individual | Empowering Lifelong Learners is pivotal to our operation and guides everything we do. We are committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and innovative workplace where both students and staff can thrive.

Position Overview

Position Title: Head of Department – Humanities and Social Sciences

Employment Basis: Ongoing teaching position with a three-year leadership appointment

Anticipated Start Date: January 2027 (or by negotiation)

Pay Range: Queensland Lutheran Schools Single Enterprise Agreement plus Position of Added Responsibility (PAR – CL2) allowance

The Role

St Andrews Lutheran College is seeking an outstanding educational leader to lead the Humanities and Social Sciences Faculty. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher and middle leader who is passionate about curriculum excellence, cutting-edge pedagogy, and developing both staff and students.

The Head of Department will provide strategic leadership across Years 7–10 Humanities, including Civics and Citizenship, Economics and Business, Geography and History,



and oversee the delivery and development of Year 11–12 QCAA Humanities and Social Sciences subjects. Working closely with teachers and College leaders, the Head of Department will foster a culture of high expectations, collaboration, continuous improvement, and academic excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the strategic development and implementation of Humanities and Social Sciences programs across Years 7–12

Provide instructional leadership that enhances teaching excellence, student engagement, and academic achievement

Lead curriculum planning, assessment moderation, quality assurance processes, and QCAA compliance

Mentor, coach, and support teachers through professional learning, feedback, and collaborative practice

Use evidence-informed approaches and student data to improve learning outcomes and departmental performance

Promote innovation, interdisciplinary learning, cultural responsiveness, and effective integration of digital technologies

Contribute actively to whole-school improvement initiatives and foster positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues

About You

Proven success as an experienced secondary Humanities teacher with the capacity to lead curriculum and pedagogy across Years 7–12

Strong knowledge of the Australian Curriculum and QCAA senior secondary requirements





Experience leading or contributing to curriculum development, assessment design, moderation, and quality assurance processes

Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teaching teams

Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data and evidence to inform decision-making and improve student outcomes

Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills

Commitment to inclusive practices and embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives within curriculum and learning

Capacity to build collaborative relationships and foster a culture of trust, accountability, and continuous improvement

Commitment to professional growth, innovation, and educational excellence

A genuine commitment to supporting the Christian ethos, values, and mission of St Andrews Lutheran College

Please note: Successful applicants must hold a valid Working with Children Check Blue Card, prior to starting work and have the legal right to work in Australia.

Agency applications are respectfully declined.

St Andrews Lutheran College supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of students. All applicants are required to undergo a screening process and the successful applicant must comply with all College policies and procedures.

St Andrews strives to provide a high quality education in a Christian context. We value a holistic approach, and encourage students to develop values that enrich the intellect, nurture the spirit, develop social responsibility and create healthy lifestyles.

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📌 Head of Department – Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) (City of Gold Coast)
🏢 St Andrews Lutheran College
📍 City of Gold Coast