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Principal (Level 3) - Innisfail East State School
Far North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Innisfail East State School is seeking an experienced and committed Principal (Level 3) to lead a high-quality educational environment focused on student achievement, wellbeing, and community engagement.
This role offers the opportunity to provide strategic leadership, support staff development, and ensure effective school operations in alignment with departmental priorities.
Apply now to lead a dynamic school community and make a measurable impact on student outcomes.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream3/Level 3 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/FNR684962/26T |
| Closing date | 22-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | A period of 8 months unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Clayton Carnes |
| Contact details | 0458 568 021 Access the National Relay Service |
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.
Who We Are:
Innisfail East State School has a highly structured curriculum which focuses on ensuring that students learn the fundamental skills needed in literacy and numeracy.
Our commitment to ensuring that students can achieve their full potential is evident in all learning activities throughout each and every day.
The curriculum is built upon moving student learning from short-term to long-term memory and to ensuring that students experience success in an environment of high expectations.
Step Into Your Next Chapter:
- 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.
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 response to 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
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
FNR684962_26T Role Description (PDF, 253KB)
Role Description
