Head of Department - English - Wynnum State High School

Job Reference QLD/MSR696697/26P
Closing date August 12, 2026
Location Brisbane - South
Status Permanent
Contact 07 3906 7333

About this job

About Us:

Wynnum State High School, located in Brisbane's beautiful Bayside, enjoys strong community confidence and student academic outcomes. 

Our PROUD values are the glue that holds us together.  As a community of learners, we are Positive, Respectful, On Task, Unified and Determined.

About the Role:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

  • Provide strategic educational leadership by developing and implementing a shared vision that delivers high-quality learning outcomes, embeds socially just practices, and prepares the department for future needs.
  • Foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement by setting high expectations for student and staff performance while promoting lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
  • Build strong partnerships and community engagement by collaborating effectively with students, parents, government agencies, and community organisations to support student success.
  • Ensure effective governance and compliance by understanding and applying relevant legislation, policies, and departmental requirements that impact students, staff, and school operations.
  • Lead the effective management of departmental resources by overseeing human, financial, curriculum, and physical resources to achieve strategic goals and improve educational outcomes.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. 

How to apply:

  • Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history); and
  • A 2-page response to the How you will be assessed section of 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.