Are you an experienced educational leader ready to shape the future of a school community? As Principal you will provide strategic leadership to bring the department’s vision to life and support a culture of high expectations, professional growth and continuous improvement.

Working with staff, students, families and the wider community, you will build strong relationships and provide leadership that strengthens school practice and creates an environment where everyone can contribute and thrive.

This is an opportunity to use your leadership experience and educational expertise to influence meaningful improvement and make a lasting contribution to your school community.

Job details

About us:

Childers State School is part of Education Queensland and serves the rural Isis community and the township of Childers. Childers is located almost halfway between Maryborough and Bundaberg on the Bruce Highway. The school was established in 1888, although it was moved to the new buildings at its current site in 1987.

Enrolments vary around the level of 320 children. In 2017 there are 13 classes from prep to year six. We enjoy the expertise of music, physical education, digital technology and German teachers. A Special Education Unit operates from the school.

Your opportunity:

As Principal, you will lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focused on providing quality learning outcomes for all students. You will translate this vision into clear priorities and lead the implementation of strategies that support ongoing school improvement.

You will set high standards for student and staff performance and promote a culture of accountability, reflection and professional development. You will encourage staff to participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development, supporting the continued development of teaching and leadership practice.

You will uphold the principalship as a values-based, ethical and moral activity, demonstrating integrity and sound judgement in your leadership and decision-making. You will model high standards of professional conduct and foster trust, respect and shared responsibility across the school community.

Embedding socially just practices in daily school life will be central to your leadership. You will ensure equity and fairness are reflected in the school's practices, policies and interactions, while supporting an environment that respects the diverse needs and contributions of students, staff and the wider community. 

Through purposeful leadership and engagement with the school community, you will lead continuous improvement and ensure the school's vision, priorities and practices remain focused on providing quality educational experiences for all students.

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page written statement in response to 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.

• NCR704152_26P - Role Description (PDF, 270KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants