We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Principal to lead Woree State High School in delivering a clear, inspiring vision while driving improvements in student outcomes.

The leadership role of Principal is critical to improving the educational outcomes of students in their schools. The Principal has a major influence on developing the quality of teaching and learning and nurturing positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders.

This role is offered on a full-time temporary basis, for a period of 6 months until 12 December 2025, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

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.  

About the School 

Woree State High School is a modern secondary high school located in Cairns. The school has a population of approximately 800 students and provides a more personal and individual approach for all students, whilst maintaining the full range of curriculum offerings.

Woree State High School has provided an excellent education to the students of southern Cairns since its inception in 1985. The school has a tradition of excellence in academic achievement, vocational training, sport, the arts and community engagement.

As the Principal, you will deliver the vision of the department, improve educational outcomes for students, develop the quality of teaching and learning, and foster positive relationships among students, staff, the community, and stakeholders.

Temporary period from 11 August 2025 until 12 December 2025, unless otherwise determined.

Your Opportunity 

As the Principal you will:

• Deliver the vision of the department.
• Improve the educational outcomes of students in their schools.
• Develop the quality of teaching and learning.
• Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, the community and stakeholders.

The Principal reports to the School Supervisor. 

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.
• Form partnerships with parents, other government agencies, community groups, industry and business.

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 statement (2-page maximum) addressing the How you will be Assessed section of the attached role description.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached role description or attach evidence of the mandatory requirements 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.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.

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 candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  FNR642623_25T - Role Description (PDF, 240KB)
  Role Description