Head of Department (Senior Schooling) (HO1) - Beenleigh State High School

Join a high-performing secondary school where student wellbeing and academic excellence go hand in hand. Committed to providing a safe, supportive, inclusive and enriching learning environment, Beenleigh State High School empowers every student to thrive through opportunity and high-quality educational experiences.

As a curriculum leader, you will drive excellence in teaching and learning, set high expectations for student achievement and staff performance, monitor academic progress across all year levels, and lead compliance with QCAA, ASQA and VET requirements while building staff capability.

This is an excellent opportunity for an innovative and collaborative leader to make a lasting impact on student outcomes and the future direction of our school.

This role is offered on a temporary full-time basis, until 11 December 2026 unless otherwise determined.

About the Department of Education:

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About the School

At Beenleigh State High School, we believe in optimising wellbeing and learning, whilst driving the constant pursuit of academic excellence. We do this by providing a safe, supportive, inclusive and enriching learning environment, where all students are constantly surrounded by possibility and opportunity.

Our school culture is driven by our motto "Semper Altoria" which compels all students and staff to aim higher in all school endeavours. We inspire and encourage students to Strive to meet challenges and follow their passions with the same levels of determination, resilience and effort each and every day. With this learning, students are also taught to Shine with dignity and humility through their actions and demonstrate the honourable qualities of being honest, trustworthy, fair, compassionate and decent human beings.

Your Opportunity

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

• Lead curriculum, teaching and learning of the faculty to deliver high quality learning outcomes for all students
• Set high standards for student achievement and staff performance
• Track and monitor student academic progress in all year levels
• Ensure College processes comply with the regulatory framework and VET standards (QCAA and ASQA), while building staff capability in these areas
• Ensure compliance of internal VET documents for the qualifications within the College's scope of registration
• Monitor and track the completion and attainment of VET qualifications
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of VET (or the capacity to develop expertise in this area)
• Build strong partnerships with students, parents, external providers and the wider college community.

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 written statement in response to the attached role description; and 
• 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. 

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. 

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.