MacGregor State High School is seeking applicants for the position of Head of Department – Humanities and Languages.
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.
Who We Are
MacGregor State High School is an outstanding school of enviable repute. Opening in 1969, it was named after Sir William MacGregor, an early Governor of Queensland. We acknowledge our Scottish heritage and today wear the MacGregor tartan with pride. Our school enjoys a reputation for excellence in scholarship, in which learning is aspirational, challenging and rewarding. Our school embodies a culture of high expectations and we help our students become confident, creative and accomplished learners. With a dedicated staff and an innovative curriculum which both draw on past traditions and contemporary practice, we strive for personal excellence.
Step Into Your Next Chapter
The Humanities and Languages faculty is one of our largest in number of staff and subjects including Junior Humanities, Legal Studies, Economics, Geography, Ancient and Modern History, Social and Community Studies, German, Chinese and Japanese.
Responsibilities Include
* Lead the school department to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
* Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
* Set high standards for student and staff performance.
* Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
Submit Your Application
* Attach a brief resume including contact details for two referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history).
* Attach a two‑page written statement in response to the attached role description.
* 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.
Occupational group Education & Training
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