Principal Advisor, Rapid Support Squad

2 days ago

Hope Island, Queensland, Australia Department of Education Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Are you passionate about improving student safety and wellbeing through evidence-based bullying prevention and response?

The Department of Education is seeking a dynamic Principal Advisor, Rapid Support Squad to
lead multidisciplinary regional responses to acute incidents, support principals with timely advice, and strengthen school capability.

This is a unique opportunity to co-design new ways of working between Central Office
and regions, apply implementation science in practice, and pilot innovative approaches that make a real difference in schools.

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 ( ).

Why this Role?

As the Principal Advisor, Rapid Support Squad Coordinator, you will coordinate multidisciplinary regional responses to acute incidents, with a primary focus on bullying prevention and response. Based in South East Region and linked with statewide colleagues, you will work directly with principals, regional leadership and central office teams to activate support, restore safe and inclusive school environments, and build system capability. While bullying prevention and response will be your core responsibility, you may also be asked to support other operational priorities of the region.

Responsibilities include:

  • Coordinate rapid multidisciplinary responses for acute school incidents, ensuring principals and schools receive timely and professional support.
  • Provide expert advice, coaching and assurance to principals, while preparing high-quality briefings for regional and central office leadership.
  • Apply implementation science and continuous improvement cycles to refine the Rapid Support Squad model and embed sustainable practice.
  • Build and sustain strong, trust-based relationships across schools, regions and central office through clear, empathetic communication.
  • Lead logistical coordination, data collection and evaluation activities to inform system learning and capability building.

Interested? To Apply:

  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
  • Attach a 2-pg written statement on how your capabilities and experience meet the requirements of the role

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.

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