An exciting opportunity exists for a focussed and dynamic leader to join Queen's Beach State School's leadership team as a Temporary Principal (Level 4), from 29 June to 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined.

If you are a forward-thinking leader who demonstrates a commitment to the Brighter Futures Strategy of delivering excellence in every state school for every student, we encourage you to apply for this temporary Principal position.

Job details

This is a temporary full-time position to commence from 29 June until 11 December 2026, possibility of extension is unknown at this time.

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.

About the School

Queens Beach State School is a welcoming Level 4 school with happy and engaged children who are supported by staff and parents. Our school aims to provide an environment where all students are encouraged to participate and strive to reach their potential.

Queens Beach State School Signature Practices are:

• Wellbeing
• Academic Rigour
• Design and Technology Excellence
• Sport Excellence
• Arts Excellence

Queens Beach State School takes great pride in sporting achievements no matter how great or small. The school is known for its exceptional success rate for representative achievements at a local, subdistrict, and Northern and Queensland level. 

Your opportunity

As the Principal you will have responsibility for the following:

• Leading the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focused on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Upholding 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.
• Actively participate in life long learning and ongoing professional development.
• Form partnerships with parents, other government agencies, community groups, industry and business.
• Be futures oriented and strategic.
• Understand the legislation and policies impacting on schooling.
• Manage resources to achieve goals.

Benefits

• Relocation support and departmental accommodation may be available in line with the Teacher Housing Policy.
• You may be eligible for subsidised departmental housing - noting eligibility for and allocation of subsidised teaching housing is subject to availability. 

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 understand your relevant work history).
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the 'How you will be Assessed' section of the attached Role Description.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory requirements outlined in the 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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  NQR690280_26T - Role Description (PDF, 361KB)
  Role Description