Principal (Level 5) - Bli Bli State School, Education

2 weeks ago

Bundaberg, Queensland, Australia Department of Education Full time $104,999 - $124,999 per year

Bli Bli State School is seeking applications for a dedicated and visionary Principal to join our team. Centrally located on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, Queensland, our school is nestled between pristine coastal environments and the stunning natural beauty of the hinterland. We proudly serve the families of Bli Bli and the surrounding communities of
Maroochy River, Nambour, and Yandina. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a vibrant and inclusive school community committed to educational excellence and student success.

If you're ready to inspire, lead, and make a meaningful impact, apply now and help shape the future of Bli Bli State School.

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

Bli Bli State School, located in the heart of the beautiful Sunshine Coast, offers a nurturing and supportive environment where every child is encouraged to thrive. Serving the communities of Bli Bli, Maroochy River, Nambour, and Yandina, the school is committed to personalised learning that respects the individual needs of each student. From Prep to Year 6, students engage in a wide range of academic, cultural, sporting, and social opportunities designed to challenge and inspire. With a strong reputation for developing well-rounded, positive, and socially responsible learners, Bli Bli State School continues to be a place where children grow with confidence and purpose.

About the Role

As the Principal, you will be responsible for delivering the department's vision, driving improvements in student educational outcomes, enhancing the quality of teaching and learning, and building strong, positive relationships with students, staff, the community, and key stakeholders.

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.

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 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.

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.

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. ( https://alt-,participate%20fully%20in%20our%20workplaces. )

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