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Head of Campus (Level 5) - Spinifex State College - Mount Isa - Junior Campus
North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Lead, inspire and make a lasting impact at Spinifex State College - Junior Campus.
This exciting opportunity for a Head of Campus (Level 5) offers the chance to drive student success, foster a positive school culture, and work collaboratively with staff, students and the wider community in the vibrant regional city of Mount Isa.
Join a dedicated leadership team committed to delivering high-quality educational outcomes and supporting every learner to thrive.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream3/Level 5 |
| Workplace Location | North West Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/NQR690847/26P |
| Closing date | 16-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Tom Bates |
| Contact details | 07 4740 1111 Access the National Relay Service |
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:
Spinifex State College is the largest secondary school in North West Queensland and operates across Junior, Senior and Residential campuses.
The Junior Campus, located in Mount Isa, caters for students in Years 7-9 and is known for its strong focus on student wellbeing, pathways, engagement and community connection.
Established on the former Mount Isa State High School site, the campus combines a rich local history with contemporary learning programs, while working closely with industry, families and surrounding communities to support positive educational outcomes for every student.
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 brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page response to the How you may be assessed section of 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.
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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
Information Package for Applicants
NQR690847_26P Role Description (PDF, 291KB)
Role Description
