Principal (Level 5) - Heatley State School

Queensland Government; Townsville City; Presencial; AUD 120 000 - 160 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Heatley State School in Townsville, North Queensland, invites applications for a temporary full-time Principal (Level 5) from 21 January 2027 to 30 April 2027. The role leads a co-educational primary school committed to the Brighter Futures Strategy, delivering excellence in every state school for every student.

As a forward-thinking leader, you will shape a shared vision, model ethical leadership, drive high expectations for students and staff, and forge strong partnerships with families,

Responsabilidades

• Lead the school community in developing and committing to a shared educational vision that prioritises high-quality learning outcomes for every student.
• Model ethical, values-based leadership while embedding socially just and inclusive practices in all aspects of school life.
• Establish and maintain high expectations for student achievement and staff performance.
• Commit to lifelong learning and ongoing professional growth, while building strong partnerships with parents, government agencies, community groups, industry, and business.
• Take a strategic, future-focused approach by understanding relevant legislation and policies and effectively managing resources to achieve school goals.

Descrição da oferta de emprego

An exciting opportunity exists for a focused and dynamic leader to join Heatley State School's leadership team as a temporary full-time Principal (Level 5) from 21 January 2027 until 30 April 2027, unless otherwise determined. If you are a forward-thinking leader who demonstrates a commitment to the Brighter Futures Strategy of delivering excellence in every state school for every student, we encourage you to apply for this temporary Principal position.

About Us

Heatley State School is a co-educational primary school, located approximately 11 kilometres west of the Central Business District of Townsville in North Queensland. It was built in 1971 in the suburb of Heatley which was named after a businessman and former Townsville Mayor, William John Heatley. The school currently has an enrolment of just under 400 students from Prep to Year 6. There are children and staff from a wide array of cultural backgrounds, including those who are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, European, Asian or from the South Pacific.

About The Role

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Lead the school community in developing and committing to a shared educational vision that prioritises high-quality learning outcomes for every student.
• Model ethical, values-based leadership while embedding socially just and inclusive practices in all aspects of school life.
• Establish and maintain high expectations for student achievement and staff performance.
• Commit to lifelong learning and ongoing professional growth, while building strong partnerships with parents, government agencies, community groups, industry, and business.
• Take a strategic, future-focused approach by understanding relevant legislation and policies and effectively managing resources to achieve school goals.

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

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

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.

Occupational group

Education & Training