Head of History

Queenwood School for Girls; Mosman; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Queenwood School for Girls in Mosman, NSW, seeks an inspiring and experienced educator to lead our high-performing History Department from Term 1, 2027. The Head of History will provide academic leadership, develop curriculum, mentor staff, and contribute to the broader academic and cocurricular life of the School.

The successful candidate will be an outstanding classroom practitioner with curriculum knowledge, a commitment to student achievement, and the ability to inspire students to develop a

Qualifications

• Experience leading a high-performing History Department for Years 7–12.
• Strong curriculum knowledge and commitment to student achievement.
• Ability to mentor staff and contribute to co-curricular life.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic leadership across Years 7–12.
• Lead curriculum development and mentor history staff.
• Contribute to the school's academic and cocurricular life.

Job description

Position Available

Queenwood is an independent, K-12 girls' school committed to a liberal education - an education that embraces both the humanities and the sciences, reflected in the rich breadth of our curriculum and cocurricular programs. We encourage our students to explore boldly, question deeply, and engage meaningfully with the world around them. Through this journey, they grow the character, mindset, and capabilities needed to thrive, lead, and make a positive impact in a world that is ever-changing and complex.

Queenwood is seeking an inspiring and experienced educator to lead our high-performing History Department from Term 1, 2027.

The Head of History will provide academic leadership across Years 7-12, fostering a culture of intellectual curiosity, excellence and engagement while working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver outstanding learning experiences. The successful candidate will lead curriculum development, support and mentor staff, and contribute to the broader academic and cocurricular life of the School.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and accomplished educator. The successful applicant will be an outstanding classroom practitioner with excellent curriculum knowledge, a commitment to student achievement, and the ability to inspire students to develop a lifelong appreciation of history.

A full position description is available on the Queenwood website: Queenwood - Employment

Applications

Applications will close 9am, Wednesday, 18 November 2026. Please note that interviews may be scheduled at any time during the recruitment process. Queenwood reserves the right to close applications and/or withdraw the advertisement at any stage should a suitable candidate be identified.

The successful applicant must be legally permitted to work in Australia, hold a valid working with children clearance and be accredited with NESA to teach in NSW.

Queenwood is dedicated to creating a safe and child-friendly environment for all children and young people in our care. Weemphasise a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse and harm, prioritising the best interests of students and their safety. The School is fully committed to complying with child protection laws and regulations, and we aim to foster a child-safe culture. Every member of the school community is responsible for ensuring the wellbeing and safety of all students, with a focus on keeping students' safety paramount in all their actions and decisions.

Please note that as part of our recruitment process, all prospective candidates are subject to rigorous background, qualification and employment checks, including the verification of references.