The South East Region is seeking a Principal Education Officer to provide strategic, operational and analytical support to the Regional Director, to drive the department's vision and deliver on regional priorities.

Reporting directly to the Regional Director, the role will strengthen regional coherence, provide data insights and contribute to improved regional outcomes on student engagement and reading.

If you’re passionate about shaping the future of education and driving impactful change, we encourage you to apply now!

Job details

The successful candidate will be employed at the classification listed on the attached role description under EOSD provisions. 

About the Department 

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.  

Your Role

As the Principal Education Officer you will:

• Provide direct, high-level support to the Regional Director in delivering the Department's vision and advancing regional priority work, with a particular focus on student engagement and reading improvement.
• Track, analyse, and report on regional data trends in student engagement and reading, including alignment with system-level indicators and performance expectations.
• Provide insights to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Present data in clear, actionable formats for regional leadership teams, system partners, and stakeholders.
• Provide informed advice to schools and the Regional Director on disciplinary responses, ensuring all recommendations align with relevant legislation, policy, and departmental frameworks.
• Lead the quality assurance of outward-facing regional events, ensuring they are well-designed, aligned to priorities, and consistently reflect the professionalism and strategic direction of the region.
• Engage effectively with key regional partners, networks, and stakeholder groups to strengthen cross-sector collaboration, enhance communication, and support shared approaches to regional priorities.

Your capabilities will include:

• School leadership experience and demonstrated ability to identify and address priority school improvement areas
• Strategic leadership skills, with the ability to think critically and act on the broader purpose of the education system
• Experience in making complex decisions and the provision of advice to senior leaders on key and emerging issues while considering the policy and procedure an understanding of the Student Discipline procedure and school disciplinary absence processes.

Interested? To Apply 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history). 
• Attach a written statement (1-page maximum) about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.

Please ensure your current principal is aware of your application and supports your release.

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.

• EOSD factsheet (PDF, 214KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  SER672652_25T - Role Description (PDF, 306KB)
  Role Description