Principal (Level 6) - Cannonvale State School, Education
6 days ago
Cannonvale State School are seeking applications for a dedicated Principal to lead their school community.
You will have the opportunity to deliver the department's vision by improving educational outcomes for students, enhancing the quality of teaching and learning, and nurturing positive relationships among students, teachers, the community, and other stakeholders.
Apply now to make a lasting impact on a vibrant school community and help shape the future of education at Cannonvale State School.
About the Department of Education:
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. Find out more about working with us ( ).
Who We Are:
Cannonvale State School is the largest primary school in the most sought after tropical location of Airlie Beach.
At Cannonvale State School our greatest strengths are our committed staff, dedicated parents and the support we receive from our local community.
Our school community values learning, the development of positive relationships, safe behaviours and caring for property.
Staff provide extensive academic, sporting and cultural opportunities for students, and the achievements of individual students are celebrated and shared by all.
Every child is individually catered for at Cannonvale State School. Our curriculum and school timetable is streamlined across all year levels to help facilitate differentiation.
Step Into Your Next Chapter:
- 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 lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.
Submit Your Application:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
- Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration 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.
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
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