This temporary Principal role presents an exciting opportunity to lead a proud school community focused on quality education, engagement and continuous improvement.

This role commences on 24 August until 11 December 2026, with the possibility of extension.

If you are a dedicated and visionary leader ready to make a positive impact on student outcomes and school success, we encourage you to apply.

Job details

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:

Aldridge State High School is a well regarded secondary school serving approximately 600 students in the Maryborough community.

Ideally situated just 20 minutes from Hervey Bay and K'gari (Fraser Island), and approximately three hours north of Brisbane, the school offers both professional opportunity and lifestyle appeal.

Aldridge State High School is recognised for having a safe, disciplined and inclusive learning environment, where students are supported to strive for excellence across academic, vocational, sporting and cultural pathways.

The school is committed to fostering high expectations, positive relationships and a strong focus on student wellbeing, enabling young people to reach their potential.

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.
• Active participants in life long learning and ongoing professional development.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a CV (maximum 2-pages) including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a written statement (maximum 2 pages) addressing key capabilities 1-4 as per the 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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  NCR693244_26T Role Description (PDF, 271KB)
  Role Description