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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.

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

About us:

Mountain Creek State High School is a well-established secondary school on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, catering for students in Years 7-12.

Guided by the values of Quality, Opportunity and Excellence, the school offers a broad curriculum, innovative learning opportunities and a range of academic, sporting and creative programs.

With a robust focus on student wellbeing, achievement and future pathways, the school provides a supportive environment where staff and students are encouraged to reach their full potential.

Your opportunity:

As Head of Department - Creative Industries, you will provide strategic and instructional leadership to strengthen curriculum delivery, quality teaching and learning, and student engagement across the faculty.

You will lead curriculum planning, assessment, and moderation, while building staff capability and ensuring learning experiences provide opportunities for students to develop their creative talents, critical thinking, and practical skills.

A key responsibility of this role will be to lead and coordinate the 2027 School Musical and oversee the Instrumental Music Program, creating opportunities for students to showcase their talents, collaborate with others, and participate in high-quality performance experiences.

In this role, you will:





Lead and inspire the Creative Industries Faculty, building a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence in teaching and learning.
Drive high-quality curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment practices that enhance student engagement, achievement, and creative expression.
Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of the 2027 School Musical, including collaboration, production planning, rehearsals, and performance opportunities.
Oversee the Instrumental Music Program, supporting student participation, musical development, ensemble performance, and the continued growth of the program.
Build staff capability through professional learning, coaching, and collaborative practice, promoting continuous improvement across the faculty.
Manage faculty operations, including resource allocation, facilities, budgets, and risk management, ensuring compliance with Department of Education policies and procedures.
Develop strong relationships with students, staff, families, and the wider community to strengthen participation in creative learning and performance opportunities.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Interested? To Apply:

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.
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📌 Head of Department - The Arts - Mountain Creek State High School (Sunshine Coast)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Sunshine Coast