Ipswich West State School is actively seeking a dedicated and experienced Principal to lead our school. Join us in shaping the future of our school, where each student's potential is unlocked. If you are an inspired and forward-thinking leader who demonstrates a commitment to the trust, courage and care of the students, families and staff of the Department of Education, we encourage you to apply for this Principal position.

Job details

About Us:

Ipswich West State Special School is a co-educational school catering for students from Prep - Year 12.
For students in Prep - Year 10, Ipswich West Special School delivers the Australian Curriculum using students' Curriculum Plans to guide the individual educational needs of each student. Students in senior schooling, including students in Year 10, access Certificate 1 level Vocational Courses. Students in Year 11 and 12 have Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority curriculum plans developed so the Queensland Certificate of Individual Achievement can be awarded at the completion of Year 12.
Our school focuses on Postive Behaviour for Learning with our school rules being: safe, respectful, learner.

About the Role:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Develop and lead a shared vision focused on achieving high-quality learning outcomes for all students
• Demonstrate ethical, values-based leadership while promoting socially just practices
• Set and maintain high standards for both student achievement and staff performance
• Engage in continuous professional learning and foster strong partnerships with parents, community, and industry
• Apply strategic, future-focused thinking while managing resources and complying with relevant policies and legislation

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

How to apply:

• Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 2-pg response 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.

• MSR687434_26P - Role Description (PDF, 252KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants