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Queensland Government

Head of Department - Mathematics and Science - Coorparoo Secondary College

Education · Brisbane - East

Hiring organisation
Education
Location
Brisbane - East
Employment
Permanent
Salary
$141,088 – $143,582 pa
Closing date
18 August 2026
Source checked
7 August 2026

About this role

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

Coorparoo Secondary College is an inner-city Brisbane school of around 400 students, recognised for its strong culture of connection and belonging where students and staff feel supported, valued and empowered to succeed.

Your opportunity

As Head of Department, you will lead the Mathematics and Science faculties, driving evidence-informed teaching and learning, instructional leadership and quality curriculum delivery.

You will work collaboratively with staff to strengthen data-informed practice, support consistent high-quality teaching, and improve student outcomes through innovation, effective feedback and continuous improvement.

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

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 requirements outlined in the 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.

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