Principal (Level 4) - Charleville School of Distance Education, Education
2 weeks ago
Take the reins at Charleville School of Distance Education, 750 km west of Brisbane, serving 166 students from Prep to Year 10.
A distance
education community in the heart of Western Queensland.
We are seeking an experienced educational leader ready to inspire staff, connect with families, and drive school-wide improvement focused on innovation, high-quality
teaching, inclusive practices, and strong community partnerships.
This position is available for Term 1, 2026 with possible extension.
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This is a temporary full-time position to commence from 22 January 2026 until 02 April 2026, with possibility of extension, unless otherwise determined.
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.
Your opportunity
Charleville School of Distance Education offers a close-knit community, a collaborative school culture, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on home based learners across remote and regional areas.
Located in the heart of the Maranoa region, we connect members across distances, reflected in our motto 'Divided by Distance, United by Voice.'
About the Role
As the Principal, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Drive a shared vision that achieves strong student outcomes.
- Provide ethical, strategic leadership across the school.
- Embed inclusive, socially just practices.
- Set and maintain high standards for students and staff.
- Build partnerships with parents, agencies, and the community.
- Lead professional growth and oversee school operations.
Please refer to the attached role description for any 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 response (2-page maximum) as per Role Description 'How you will be assessed' section - addressing Key Capabilities 1-2 only.
- Attach a copy of your mandatory requirements outlined in the 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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