Head of School

An exciting opportunity exists for a dynamic and strategic leader to join the Executive Leadership Team at North Lakes State College as Head of School - P-9 Campus.

We are seeking a forward-thinking and values-driven professional who can deliver the Department's vision, strengthen the quality of teaching and learning, and lead a culture of inclusion, wellbeing, and excellence.

As Head of Campus, you will lead your school community with the authority of a Level 5 Principal, working in close collaboration with the Executive Principal to ensure every student experiences success and every staff member is supported to deliver high-quality learning outcomes.

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Who We Are:

North Lakes State College is a vibrant, future-focused Prep-12 College dedicated to nurturing confident, capable, and compassionate young people. With campuses located at Joyner Circuit (Prep-9) and Little Burke Street (Years 10-12), the College proudly serves a diverse and connected community in the heart of North Lakes.

More than just a place of learning, our College is a thriving community where students feel valued, diversity is embraced, and every young person is encouraged to dream big and achieve their best. We offer a dynamic and inclusive learning environment supported by passionate educators, high expectations, and a strong commitment to innovation, wellbeing, and student success.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

As Head of School - P-9 Campus, you will lead with purpose and collaboration to strengthen the foundations of learning, engagement, and wellbeing across the early, middle, and junior secondary years. You will play a pivotal role in delivering the Department's vision and the College's strategic priorities, working closely with the Executive Principal and Executive Leadership Team to ensure seamless P-12 alignment and continuity of learning.

In addition to leading your campus community, you will contribute to whole-college improvement through a strategic leadership portfolio that supports excellence across the entire College.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading the school community to develop, articulate, and commit to a shared educational vision focused on quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Upholding the principalship as a values-based, ethical, and moral endeavour.
• Embedding socially just practices in everyday school life.
• Setting high expectations for student and staff performance.
• Modelling lifelong learning and professional growth.
• Building partnerships with parents, government agencies, community groups, and industry partners.
• Leading strategically and fostering future-oriented practice.
• Ensuring understanding and implementation of relevant legislation and policies impacting schooling.
• Managing resources effectively to achieve school and departmental goals.

As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will help shape the lives of tomorrow's leaders today.

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.