Head of Department - English - Pittsworth State High School

Queensland Department of Education; Pittsworth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Pittsworth State High School, part of the Queensland Department of Education, is seeking a Head of Department for English and the Arts. The role provides curriculum leadership and manages permanent staff as well as itinerant instrumental music teachers.

The HOD will oversee curriculum and lead English and Arts extra-curricular activities and events, while applying relevant education policies and maintaining high educational standards across the department.

Job description

Head of Department - English - Pittsworth State High School

Queensland Department of Education – Darling Downs QLD

Pittsworth State High School is seeking a Head of Department for English and the Arts.

The role provides curriculum leadership and management of permanent staff at PSHS as well as itinerant instrumental music teachers.

The HOD English and the Arts is responsible for not only the curriculum, but also the overseeing of key English and Arts extra-curricular activities and events.

About the Department of Education:

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.

About us:

Pittsworth State High School is a co-educational Years 7-12 school located on the Darling Downs, approximately 40 kilometres west of Toowoomba.

Guided by its vision of “Shaping Futures”, the school has a strong reputation for academic achievement and provides students with a range of pathways into further education, training and employment.

With a focus on quality teaching, student success and a supportive school community, Pittsworth offers a rewarding environment for both staff and students.

Your opportunity:

• Lead the department in establishing a shared educational vision focused on achieving quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Promote fair and inclusive practices while maintaining high expectations for student and staff performance.
• Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional learning and development.
• Build positive partnerships with students, parents, government agencies and community groups, while maintaining a strategic and future-focused approach.
• Apply relevant education legislation and policies and effectively manage the department's staffing, financial, facilities and curriculum resources.

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

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.