We are seeking an inspiring, strategic and highly motivated Principal to lead our school community with vision, integrity and a strong commitment to educational excellence. With a focus on student learning, wellbeing and staff development, the Principal will foster a collaborative and positive school culture, build strong partnerships with families and the wider community, and lead strategic initiatives that respond to the evolving needs of the school. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong ethical leadership, effective resource management, sound knowledge of educational policy and legislation, and the ability to unite the school community around a shared vision for improved outcomes and sustained success. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 21 January 2027 until 25 March 2027, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

About Us

Calamvale Special School is a Queensland State Special School providing highly individualised educational programs delivered by a multidisciplinary team of classroom teachers and support staff. We are committed to considering the way that each child's intellectual functioning impacts their ability to access and participate in learning, including communication, making sense of the world around them, forming meaningful relationships, and developing their physical and mobility capabilities.
Our school caters to students who have an intellectual disability who may also have autistic spectrum disorder, sensory or multiple impairments from the age of five to seventeen years, with the potential to extend their learning by a further year. The senior school subjects purposefully provide the necessary functional skills to support students living and accessing their community as well as potentially working within supported or open work placements.

About the Role

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Visionary Educational Leadership: Lead the school community in developing and implementing a shared vision that prioritises high-quality learning outcomes, student wellbeing and high expectations for all students and staff.
• Ethical and Inclusive Leadership: Demonstrate values-based, ethical and moral leadership, embedding socially just, equitable and inclusive practices into all aspects of school life.
• Professional Growth and Excellence: Foster a culture of lifelong learning, continuous improvement and ongoing professional development, empowering staff to strengthen their practice and improve student outcomes.
• Strategic Partnerships and Community Engagement: Adopt a future-focused, strategic approach to school improvement by building strong partnerships with families, government agencies, community organisations, industry and business.
• Governance and Effective Resource Management: Demonstrate a sound understanding of relevant legislation, policies and educational requirements, while managing school resources effectively to achieve strategic priorities and sustainable improvement.

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 work history); and
• A 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. 

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply. 

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.

• MSR704931_26E - Role Description (PDF, 270KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants