Principal (Level 4) - Mount Isa Special School

4 weeks ago

North Lakes, Australia North West Queensland Full time

Mount Isa Special School has an exciting opportunity for a Principal to join the team. This permanent role is key to delivering the vision of the Department by improving educational outcomes for students, developing the quality of teaching and learning, and nurturing positive relationships between students, staff, the community, and key stakeholders.

Apply now to lead with purpose and make a meaningful difference in the lives of students at Mount Isa Special School

Job details

Position status: Permanent

Position type: Full-time

Occupational group: Education & Training

Classification: Stream3/Level 4

Workplace Location: North West Qld

Closing date: 20-Oct-2025

Yearly salary: $167326 - $170287

About the Department

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance.

About the School

Mount Isa Special School, located among the red hills and mining backdrop of northwest Queensland, is the state's most remote and rural special school. We deliver personalised programs aligned with the Australian Curriculum for students with intellectual and multiple disabilities, including autism, physical, visual, and hearing impairments. From Prep to Year 12, students access a highly individualised curriculum designed to meet their learning needs and build on their strengths.

About the Role

As the Principal, you will deliver the vision of the department, improve the educational outcomes of students, develop the quality of teaching and learning, and nurture positive relationships among students, teachers, the community, and stakeholders.

Your Responsibilities

- 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.

Interested? To Apply

- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
- Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the attached role description.
- 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.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

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