Head of Department – Senior Schooling in Brisbane

We are seeking a highly organised, collaborative and student-focused Head of Department - Senior Schooling to lead and oversee the academic progress, engagement and successful transition of students throughout their senior years. As Head of Department - Senior Schooling, you will provide strategic leadership in monitoring QCE and ATAR eligibility, coordinating senior pathways and enrolments, managing student interventions and case management, and ensuring compliance with senior schooling requirements. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, data-informed decision-making and exceptional communication skills.

This is a temporary full-time position commencing 21 January 2027 until 10 December 2027, unless otherwise determined.

About Us

At Brisbane School of Distance Education, we are committed to pursuing our vision of providing high quality education with a student focus on each student succeeding through "Innovation, Inspiration and Inclusion." Our school is a leader in the delivery of online learning to a diverse student population of approximately 3500 students. Through the innovative use of digital technology, we provide cutting edge live group lessons including support materials with a focus on each student succeeding.

About the Role

• QCE and ATAR Eligibility and Student Tracking: Lead accurate tracking and monitoring of student progress towards QCE attainment and ATAR eligibility, including QCE Health Checks, live eligibility data walls, subject changes, enrolments, Variable Progression Rate (VPR) approvals and timely subject transitions in collaboration with Curriculum HODs, the Deputy Principal and relevant stakeholders.
• Student Case Management and Pathways: Lead intervention processes and case management meetings to address barriers to learning and maintain QCE eligibility. Oversee alternative senior pathways, including core subject requirements, bridging courses and TAFE options, in consultation with students, parents/caregivers, Guidance Officers and relevant school personnel.
• Senior Schooling Transitions, Enrolments and Communication: Lead Year 10-11 and Year 11-12 transitions, including new student enrolments, inductions and pathway alignment. Support the Year 10 team with SET planning and coordinate parent information sessions and cohort-specific communications in collaboration with the Senior Schooling Team and relevant staff.
• Senior Assessment and Examination Coordination: Oversee the planning and administration of Year 11 and 12 examination blocks, including timetabling, supervision rosters, daily examination operations, educational adjustments (EAs), mock examinations, external examinations, Variation to Venue processes, external student arrangements and Senior External Examination (SEE) requirements.
• Student Engagement, Attendance and Cohort Activities: Work collaboratively with Year Level Coordinators to monitor and improve student attendance through proactive strategies, policy implementation, attendance interviews and engagement with students and families. Support the coordination of student assemblies and key senior cohort activities, including senior jerseys and formal events.

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.