Principal (Level 3) - Oakey State School

EDUCATION QUEENSLAND; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakey State School, part of Education Queensland, seeks a Principal to lead the school community in delivering high-quality learning outcomes for all students. You will translate a shared educational vision into priorities, and lead the implementation of strategies that support ongoing school improvement while upholding ethical leadership and professional development.

You will promote equity, foster trust and collaboration across staff and the wider community, and ensure continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Qualified, registered principal with leadership experience.
• Experience in policy implementation and school improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school community to deliver quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Translate vision into clear priorities and drive strategy and improvement.
• Uphold ethical leadership and foster trust, accountability and professional development.
• Promote equity and inclusion, embedding socially just practices across daily life.
• Engage with staff, families and wider community to support student-centred education.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Educational leadership

Education

Master of Education

Job description

About us:The mission of the Oakey State School is to cater for the individual needs of our pupils so that all receive the opportunity to attain that knowledge and those skills, attitudes, values and habits necessary to function as effective members of society.Our teachers are committed to the provision of a relevant education, which incorporates the best of traditional, well-proven techniques with up-to-date, modern practices and resources.The staff and community of this school seek to achieve, in our students, strong personal development where children are encouraged to be responsible, caring and productive citizens.Your opportunity:As Principal, you will lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focused on providing quality learning outcomes for all students. You will translate this vision into clear priorities and lead the implementation of strategies that support ongoing school improvement.You will set high standards for student and staff performance and promote a culture of accountability, reflection and professional development. You will encourage staff to participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development, supporting the continued development of teaching and leadership practice.You will uphold the principalship as a values-based, ethical and moral activity, demonstrating integrity and sound judgement in your leadership and decision-making. You will model high standards of professional conduct and foster trust, respect and shared responsibility across the school community.Embedding socially just practices in daily school life will be central to your leadership. You will ensure equity and fairness are reflected in the school's practices, policies and interactions, while supporting an environment that respects the diverse needs and contributions of students, staff and the wider community.Through purposeful leadership and engagement with the school community, you will lead continuous improvement and ensure the school's vision, priorities and practices remain focused on providing quality educational experiences for all students.Interested? To Apply:Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)Attach a 2-page response to the 'How you will be assessed' or 'Competencies' section of the attached role description.Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached role descriptionWe 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.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.