An exciting, temporary full-time opportunity has become available for a Principal of Darra State School, commencing Term 3 2025, until 26 June 2026, unless otherwise determined.

As the Principal of Darra State School, you will play a vital role in delivering the vision of the department. 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.

Job details

About Darra State School

We are a close, caring multicultural school where everyone belongs. We are inclusive, diverse, positive and welcoming.

We have strong supportive relationships with our students, parents and community. Together, we are partners in learning. We work collaboratively to grow our students into engaged lifelong learners able to contribute positively to their school and wider community.

As a small school, our students benefit from increased leadership and social opportunities. We provide opportunities for individual success in each student's area of interest. Our students step up, or out, of their comfort zone, to try new things.

At Darra State School we care about each other.

About the Role

Responsibilities 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.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

How to Apply

• A maximum 3-page resume including contact details for 2 referees, and
• A 2-page written statement in response to the selection criteria as per 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.

• MSR640334_25T - Role Description (PDF, 144KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants