Principal (Level 7) - Norfolk Island Central School, Education

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and capable Principal to lead Norfolk Island Central School. This is a key leadership role, not only within the school but also in the wider Norfolk Island community. We are seeking a dedicated leader who can guide a committed team of staff and foster strong
community engagement. The successful applicant will be responsible for the delivery and oversight of all educational services at the school and play a vital role in supporting the ongoing success of both the school and its community.

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About the School

Norfolk Island Central School is located on Norfolk Island, approximately 1,400 km east of Byron Bay in the South Pacific. Fully funded by the Commonwealth of Australia, the school operated under the NSW Department of Education until 2022, when the Queensland Department of Education assumed responsibility for delivering educational services. The school prides itself on the high-quality delivery of education for approximately 300 students from Prep to Year 12.

Our school motto, 'Play the Game', reflects our commitment to providing strong educational and wellbeing outcomes for every student. The game we play is guided by our core values of respect, responsibility, resilience, and honesty. In partnership with our community, we offer a broad curriculum that includes academic, sporting, and cultural experiences. We deeply value Norfolk Island's unique historical traditions and are committed to preserving its heritage through the teaching of Norf'k Language and Culture in Years P-10.

Our dedicated staff work tirelessly to serve both students and the wider community. They drive continuous improvement through a collaborative focus on leadership, assessment practices, and effective data use. We are committed to embedding a culture of instructional leadership to support the ongoing growth and success of all members of our school community.

Your Responsibilities

As the Principal, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the school community to 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.
• Be an active participants in lifelong 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, given operates in a different jurisdiction and legislative framework to that of Queensland.
• Manage resources to achieve goals.

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 (maximum 3 pages) including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history);
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description "How you will be assessed" section.
• Attach evidence 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.