An exciting opportunity exists for a focussed and dynamic leader to join Kirwan State High School's leadership team as Principal, from 14 July 2025 until 12 December 2025, unless otherwise determined.

Lead with purpose in a rewarding role within a vibrant school community.

The successful candidate may be supported with relocation travel and accommodation where appropriate. Further details can be obtained from the contact person.

Job details

This is a temporary full-time position to commence from 14 July 2025 until 12 December 2025 with possibility of extension, unless otherwise determined.

About the Department

The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle. 

About the School

Since 1979, Kirwan High has come to symbolise and exemplify excellence in public school education. Today, we offer a truly unique learning environment that respects our proud traditions while embracing innovation and progress.

As a proud Independent Public School and the largest high school in Townsville, we have the distinct advantage of offering a wide range of academic, community, cultural, international and sporting opportunities that target the interests and ability levels of every student. The school offers meaningful curricula and extra-curricular pathways that encourage all students to achieve personal excellence and become active and engaged global citizens of the future.

About the Role

As the Principal, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the school community in developing and committing to a shared educational vision focused on quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Uphold values-based, ethical leadership.
• Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
• Set high standards for student and staff performance.
• Engage in lifelong learning and professional development.
• Nurture positive partnerships with parents, other government agencies, community groups, industry and business.
• Be future-oriented and strategic.
• Understand policies and legislation impacting on schooling.
• Manage department resources to achieve goals.

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

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 (2-page maximum) in response to the attached Role Description.
• Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements 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. 
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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  NQR641776_25T - Role Description (PDF, 389KB)
  Role Description