Moreton Bay College is seeking an accomplished teacher and instructional leader to join the College as Head of Arts. This role provides the opportunity to lead the quality, coherence and continuous improvement of Arts education across Years 7–12. The successful applicant will build teacher capability, strengthen curriculum and assessment practice, and maintain a clear focus on student engagement and achievement.

The Departmental Portfolio

- Dance
- Drama
- Music
- Visual Art
- Visual Arts in Practice

What You'll Do

- Provide exemplary instructional leadership aligned with College priorities
- Lead coherent curriculum planning, documentation and review across Years 7–12
- Coach, mentor and support teachers through observation, feedback and qualified dialogue
- Oversee assessment quality, moderation, reporting and relevant QCAA quality-assurance processes
- Use student achievement data and other evidence to guide departmental improvement
- Oversee specialist Arts learning spaces, resources, instruments, production technologies and budgets
- Ensure curriculum-related performances, exhibitions, excursions and activities are appropriately planned and risk-assessed
- Contribute to the Secondary Academic Committee and broader academic life of the College
- The successful applicant will teach up to three equivalent subject lines, providing approximately 0.4 FTE teaching release for Head of Arts responsibilities.

The PAR allowance and teaching release are provided specifically for the Head of Department responsibilities. The role will not be combined with another coordination position, project, strategy, ongoing co-curricular responsibility or additional operational portfolio. What You BringYou will be an experienced,



reflective and collaborative educator who can lead improvement while maintaining a strong connection to classroom practice. You will demonstrate:

- Demonstrated successful teaching experience in one or more Arts curriculum areas
- Strong knowledge of Australian Curriculum and QCAA curriculum, assessment and reporting requirements
- Demonstrated capacity to lead inclusive, evidence-informed teaching and learning
- Ability to build staff capability and support consistent departmental practice
- Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
- Appropriate tertiary teaching qualifications
- Current registration, or eligibility for registration, with the Queensland College of Teachers
- Commitment to the values and Christian ethos of Moreton Bay College

Why Join Moreton Bay College? Moreton Bay College offers an environment in which subject expertise, instructional leadership and professional growth are valued. In this role, you will benefit from:

- A collaborative and evidence-informed Teaching and Learning culture
- An extensive skilled learning programme
- The opportunity to lead curriculum improvement and build teacher capability
- A 20-hectare campus in Manly West
- A values-led College community grounded in Care, Teamwork, Engagement and Character

Appointment Conditions





- Competitive salary of $92,146.35–$134,794.36 per annum plus a $27,038.12 annual position-of-responsibility allowance
- Teach up to three equivalent subject lines, providing approximately 0.4 FTE teaching release for Head of Arts responsibilities.
- The promotional Position of Added Responsibility is appointed for five years. At the conclusion of the five-year appointment, the College will declare the position vacant and undertake a full selection process consistent with clause 12.9 of the Moreton Bay College Enterprise Agreement 2025. The incumbent may apply for the advertised position.
- Salary and classification aligned with experience under the Moreton Bay College Enterprise Agreement 2025

How to Apply

Applications should include

- A one-page statement outlining your personal philosophy and approach to leading teachers within the Arts context of an all-girls’ school.
- A current curriculum vitae
- Contact details for two professional referees
- Details of current Queensland teacher registration status or eligibility for registration

Application close: 9 am, Monday 2 November 2026 Applications will be considered as they are received, and interviews may commence before the closing date. The College reserves the right to close applications early if a suitable candidate is identified.

Moreton Bay College is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants must be willing to comply with the College’s child protection policies and procedures.

The successful applicant will support the values, Christian ethos and Ethical Statement of Moreton Bay College as a Uniting Church school.

📌 Head of Department - Arts (Manly West)
🏢 Moreton Bay College
📍 Manly West