EOI - Principal (Level 5) - Isabella State School

4 weeks ago


Cairns, Queensland, Australia Queensland Department of Education Full time

Isabella State School is inviting expressions of interest for a Principal to join our team for Term 4. We offer a supportive and collaborative environment where teaching and learning thrive. Our school places a strong emphasis on literacy and numeracy, delivered through explicit teaching and well-structured reading and mathematics programs. These foundations ensure our students develop the essential skills needed to engage confidently in all areas of learning.

If you are a dedicated leader ready to make a meaningful impact, apply now.

This is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

About The Department

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 The School

Isabella State School is a vibrant learning community with excellent facilities and caring, dedicated staff. We prioritise strong literacy and numeracy foundations through explicit, structured programs. Our collaborative environment supports every child's growth and potential. With a shared vision and a focus on partnership, we create a safe, supportive space where students thrive academically and personally.

Your Responsibilities

As the Principal, your responsibilities will 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.
  • Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
  • Set high standards for student and staff performance.
  • Active participants in life long learning and ongoing professional development.
  • Form partnerships with parents, other government agencies, community groups, industry and business.
  • Futures oriented and strategic.
  • Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling.

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.

Interested? To Apply
  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
  • Attach a short statement outlining your interest on the role
  • Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description

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

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.

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
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