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Principal (Level 7) - North Rockhampton State High School
Central Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
North Rockhampton State High School is seeking applications for a Principal to join the team.
The successful applicant will deliver the vision of the department, improve educational outcomes for students, develop the quality of teaching and learning, and nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, the community, and stakeholders.
This role will commence on 06/04/2026.
Apply now if you want to join our great community.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream3/Level 7 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CQR675673/26T |
| Closing date | 01-Feb-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 11 December 2026 unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Angela Collins |
| Contact details | 0457 506 368 Access the National Relay Service |
About the School
North Rockhampton State High is a large Band 10 coeducational school situated in the centre of North Rockhampton. Currently, the school has a student population of about 950 students and eighty teaching staff. A large Special Education Unit provides additional support structures within the school.
The school has an extensive range of curriculum offerings, one of the largest in the Rockhampton district, with growing flexibility for students in the senior phase.
Your Responsibilities
As the Principal, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- 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 life long learning and ongoing professional development.
Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply
- Attach a resume (3-page maximum) including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
- Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) to the How you will be Assessed section of 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.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
Information Package for Applicants
CQR675673_26T - Role Description (PDF, 205KB)
Role Description
