Are you looking for a new and exciting career opportunity in one of the most geographically diverse and innovative regions in Queensland?

If so, the North Queensland Region is creating a pool of candidates that are available for short term Principal opportunities during the 2025 school year. Salary advertised is reflective of 1 FTE for Principal Level 1 to Level 10.

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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 invite you to submit your expression of interest for this Principal candidate pool.

Job details

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

About the Region

The North Queensland Region encompasses a vast geographical area from the spectacular Whitsunday Island group, north to the tropical Hinchinbrook hub of Ingham, west through the outback and Mount Isa to the Northern Territory border, extending up to the glorious Gulf of Carpentaria.

The diversity of schools in our region provides an opportunity for professional leadership experiences, growth and personal development, in locations that boast a relaxed lifestyle and are a gateway to explore the beauty of our tropics and outback. Candidates are encouraged to get to know the North Queensland Region and schools prior to applying.

• The Department of Education Schools Directory and the Teach Queensland website
• Choose your Teaching Adventure Booklet
• Individual school and local council websites provide further insight into communities.

Your Opportunity

This continuous applicant pool is open for candidates interested in employment opportunities as a relieving Principal (Levels 1-10) and meets the mandatory employment requirements as detailed in the attached role description.

Prior to applying prospective applicants for this advertisement are to discuss with their current supervisor support for the application, capacity to release and confirmation the classification level/s nominated are appropriate. Approval for release from your substantive position will be required before any offer of a relieving opportunity is made.

Applications will be reviewed and considered throughout 2025, as temporary vacancies are identified. The submission of an application to this applicant pool does not guarantee an offer of employment or an application assessment response from the region. The positions may range in duration up to 6 months. The region may also elect to progress a separate EOI for individual positions when considered appropriate. 

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

Interested? To Apply

• A brief resume (maximum 3 pages) including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor).
• Complete the online questionnaire (the questionnaire will open after you click apply and have entered your personal details).
• Questionnaire for applicants to be completed.

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. 

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.

• NQR621020_25E - Role Description - Levels 1 to 2 (PDF, 143KB)
  Role Description
  
  NQR621020_25E - Role Description - Levels 3 to 7 (PDF, 144KB)
  Role Description
  
  NQR621020_25E - Role Description - Levels 8 to 10 (PDF, 146KB)
  Role Description
  
  Candidate Information Fact Sheet (PDF, 728KB)
  Information Package for Applicants