Permanent opportunity commencing Term 3, 13 July 2026.

Lead a high-performing and well-established school community as Principal of Wellers Hill State School.

This permanent opportunity offers the chance to shape strategic direction, strengthen teaching and learning excellence, and build on a strong culture of inclusion, achievement and community connection.

As Principal, you will play a vital role in delivering the department’s vision by driving school improvement, developing staff capability and fostering positive partnerships with students, families and stakeholders.

You will lead with clarity and purpose to ensure every student is supported to achieve success and thrive.

Job details

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 opportunity

Located in Brisbane's inner south, Wellers Hill State School is a highly regarded metropolitan primary school with a proud reputation for high expectations, quality teaching and a commitment to supporting the success and wellbeing of every student.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a capable and strategic leader to guide a respected school community and continue driving strong educational outcomes for students and staff alike.

About the Role

The leadership role of Principal is critical to improving the educational outcomes of students in their schools. As the Principal, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the school community in developing and committing to a shared 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 effecting the department.
• Manage department resources to achieve goals.

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

How 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 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
  
  MSR690325_26P - Role Description (PDF, 361KB)
  Role Description