Job Description
An exciting temporary opportunity has become available for the temporary full-time position of Principal at Stafford Heights State School, for a period of 12 months, unless otherwise determined.
As the Principal of Stafford Heights State School, you will play a vital role in delivering the vision of the department. The leadership role of the Principal is critical to improving the educational outcomes of students in their school.
The Principal has a major influence on developing the quality of teaching and learning and nurturing positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders.
About The Department Of Education
The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About Stafford Heights State School
We are a small co-educational state primary school sited in a peaceful location in Brisbane's northern suburbs. Our school prides itself on setting realistic standards for student academic achievement and reasonable standards for student behaviour where students are encouraged, guided and supported to develop into confident, responsible and active citizens of society.
We aim to set realistic goals and expectations for our students within a school culture that values education through everyone striving to do the best they can to achieve success in all their endeavours.
About The Role
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
Uphold the principalship as a values based, ethical and moral activity.
Set high standards for student and staff performance.
Active participants in life long learning and ongoing professional development.
Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How To Apply
Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
A 2-pg response to the How you will be Assessed section of 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.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
Occupational group Education & Training
As the Principal of Stafford Heights State School, you will play a vital role in delivering the vision of the department. The leadership role of the Principal is critical to improving the educational outcomes of students in their school.
The Principal has a major influence on developing the quality of teaching and learning and nurturing positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders.
About The Department Of Education
The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About Stafford Heights State School
We are a small co-educational state primary school sited in a peaceful location in Brisbane's northern suburbs. Our school prides itself on setting realistic standards for student academic achievement and reasonable standards for student behaviour where students are encouraged, guided and supported to develop into confident, responsible and active citizens of society.
We aim to set realistic goals and expectations for our students within a school culture that values education through everyone striving to do the best they can to achieve success in all their endeavours.
About The Role
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
Uphold the principalship as a values based, ethical and moral activity.
Set high standards for student and staff performance.
Active participants in life long learning and ongoing professional development.
Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How To Apply
Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
A 2-pg response to the How you will be Assessed section of 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.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
Occupational group Education & Training
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Principal |Level 4| | Stafford Heights State School position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Brisbane offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.