This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.
About Us
Maroochydore State High School is one of the Sunshine Coast's premium educational environments.Our school is vibrant and dynamic and offers innovative, interesting and modern curriculum where students achieve excellent outcomes. Our school motto 'Strive, Serve, Succeed, Shine' maps our path towards the pursuit of excellence. We have a robust focus on effort, doing your best, trying hard and being good, contributing citizens.Students of all abilities are supported, challenged and encouraged to realise their potential through an exciting range of subjects and innovative programs that provide something for everyone.
Maroochydore State High School is a place where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and shine.
About the Role
Responsibilities include, but not limited to: * Educational Vision and Leadership: Lead the school department in developing and implementing a shared educational vision that prioritises high-quality learning outcomes, student wellbeing and high expectations for student and staff performance. * Equity and Inclusive Practice: Embed socially just, equitable and inclusive practices into daily school operations, ensuring all students and staff are supported, valued and provided with opportunities to succeed.



* Professional Learning and Development: Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning, continuous improvement and ongoing professional development to strengthen leadership capacity and enhance educational outcomes. * Strategic Planning and Partnerships: Adopt a future-focused, strategic approach to school improvement by building collaborative partnerships with students, parents, government agencies and community groups to support student learning and departmental priorities. * Governance and Resource Management: Apply a sound understanding of relevant legislation, policies and procedures, particularly those relating to students and staff, while effectively managing human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources to achieve departmental goals. Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. How to apply * Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history); and * A 2-page response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of 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.

📌 EOI - Head of Department - Humanities - Maroochydore State High School (Sunshine Coast)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Sunshine Coast