In-Demand Head of school Jobs in Queensland

Deputy Head of Junior High
St. Peter's Lutheran College —Indooroopilly QLD
- Full-time
- Management
- Analysis skills
- Leadership
13d
ILSC Casual ELICOS Teacher
ILSC Education Group —Brisbane QLD
- Management
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
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Head of Special Education Services (H01) - Mount Isa Central State School SEP
Queensland Government —Queensland
7d
Middle Leader - Head of Year - St Mary's Catholic College, Woree
Catholic Education Cairns —Cairns QLD
- $86,600 - $140,998 a year
- Full-time
- Teaching
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
Administration Officer - Kenmore State High School
Queensland Government —Brisbane QLD
- Temporary
- Microsoft Office
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
12d
Middle Leader - Head of Science - St Mary's Catholic College, Woree
Catholic Education Cairns —Woree QLD
- $86,600 - $144,259 a year
- Full-time
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance program
Head of Department, Department of Management
Griffith University —Southport QLD
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Research
- University
Quick Apply
12d
Head of Department - Mathematics and Science - Coorparoo Secondary College
Queensland Government —Brisbane QLD
13d
Deputy Head (Learning and Teaching), School of Education and Professional Studies
Griffith University —Southport QLD
- $172,686 - $190,248 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Supervising experience
- University
- Work from home
- Parental leave
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Head of Department (English / LOTE) (HO1) - Pine Rivers State High School
Queensland Government —Brisbane QLD
- Temporary
13d
Team Leader, Finance - Brisbane School of Distance Education
Queensland Government —Brisbane QLD
- Temporary
- Communication skills
11d
Head of Special Education Services (H01) - Bellbird Park State School - Special Education Program
Queensland Government —Brisbane QLD
General Keeper
Australia Zoo —Beerwah QLD
- Weekend availability
- Customer service
- Communication skills
Head of Department (Senior Schooling) (HO1) - Beenleigh State High School
Queensland Government —Logan City QLD
- Temporary
12d
Head of Boarding Residence
The Cathedral School of St Anne & St James —New Townsville City QLD
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Free food
EOI - Head of Department - Senior Schooling - Cairns State High School
Queensland Government —Cairns QLD
- Temporary
5d
Head of Teaching & Learning - Reedy Creek Campus
King's Christian College —Reedy Creek QLD
- Full-time
- Leadership
14d
Secondary School Teacher
All Souls St Gabriels School —Charters Towers QLD
- Full-time
Head of Campus - Senior (Level 4) - Roma State College
Queensland Government —Darling Downs QLD
- Temporary
12d
Studies Administration Officer - QCAA and LMS
The Southport School —Southport QLD
- Full-time
- Experience working with children
- Data entry
- Organisational skills
Quick Apply
8d

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Deputy Head of Junior High

St. Peter's Lutheran College
Indooroopilly QLD

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Job Details

Full-time
13 days ago

Qualifications

Management
Analysis skills
Blue Card
Teaching Registration
Leadership
Communication skills
Negotiation
Time management

Full Job Description

Deputy Head of Junior High

Influence the future of Junior High education through a key leadership role
Join one of Queensland's leading independent schools
Lead and develop a high-performing team

About the Role

St Peters Lutheran College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Head of Junior High to join our Junior High team in January 2027. Reporting to the Head of Junior High, this key leadership role partners strategically and operationally to foster a high-performing, student-centred sub-school where students flourish, staff are supported, and a culture of wellbeing, engagement and academic success thrives.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support Year Level Coordinators to build a collaborative, high-performing leadership team.
Oversee student wellbeing, pastoral care and behaviour management frameworks across Years 7–9.
Manage complex student matters and coordinate interventions to support student engagement and success.
Partner with families, staff and specialist support teams to deliver positive outcomes for students.
Drive Junior High improvement initiatives, using data to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.
Deputise for the Head of Junior High and contribute to strategic and operational leadership across the sub-school.

What You Bring

A relevant tertiary qualification in Education, Leadership, Pastoral Care and/or Curriculum, together with Queensland College of Teachers registration (or eligibility for registration).
Comprehensive knowledge of middle years education, student wellbeing, pastoral care and behaviour management practices.
Experience in a similar educational leadership role, with demonstrated success leading staff, supporting student outcomes and driving improvement initiatives.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and oral communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Highly developed organisational and time management skills.
Commitment to the College's Christian ethos and values.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae, demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the Position Description . Applications close at 10 AM on Tuesday 25 August 2026.

If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Delaney, Deputy Head of College, on 07 3377 6280 or at [email protected].

For more information about working at St Peters Lutheran College and the benefits on offer, please visit www.stpeters.qld.edu.au

Eligibility requirements to work within a Queensland School

All Teachers in Queensland must be registered to teach with the QCT. To find out more about teacher registration requirements and processes please go to the QCT website. All other employees must hold a current paid Blue Card / Exemption Card or be issued with a paid Blue Card / Exemption Card before commencing work. To find out more about Blue Card requirements or to submit an application for a Blue Card/Exemption Card please go to the Blue Card Services website.

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Deputy Head of Junior High

ILSC Casual ELICOS Teacher

Head of Special Education Services (H01) - Mount Isa Central State School SEP

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Head of Department - Mathematics and Science - Coorparoo Secondary College

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Head of Department (English / LOTE) (HO1) - Pine Rivers State High School

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