Head of Department - Health and Physical Education - Isis District State High School

Job Reference QLD/NCR692036/26E
Closing date June 21, 2026
Location Sunshine Coast
Contact 07 4192 1222

About this job

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

About the Department

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 the School

Isis District State High School is a Years 7-12 school of approximately 400 students in Childers, serving surrounding rural communities and fostering strong community connections to support student success.

About the Role

As Head of Department, you will lead HPE, Sport and INTAD (SAC support), driving curriculum priorities aligned to school and departmental initiatives, developing the quality of teaching and learning, and nurturing positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders.

The ideal applicant will:

  • Lead the school department and curriculum focus in developing and providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
  • Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
  • Set high standards for student and staff performance.
  • Engage in lifelong learning and professional development.
  • Build partnerships with students, parents, agencies, and community groups.
  • Be future-oriented and strategic.
  • Understand legislation and policies impacting on the school department, students and staff. 
  • Manage the human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources of the school department to achieve goals.

How to Apply

  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should understand your relevant work history).
  • Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the Role Description.
  • Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the Role Description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.