Lead Parramatta State School as Principal (Level 5) in this 6-month temporary appointment, providing steady, visible leadership and maintaining strong school performance during a key period.

This temporary role focuses on sustaining high-quality teaching and learning, strengthening staff capability, and ensuring consistent, whole-school systems that support student engagement, wellbeing and achievement. You will provide clear direction, support continuous improvement, and maintain strong partnerships across the school community.

Job details

This is a temporary full-time position until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined.

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

Parramatta State School is a regional primary school located in Far North Queensland, serving a diverse and established local community.

The school operates within a regional context where strong community engagement and collaborative partnerships are central to supporting student engagement, attendance and wellbeing. Staff work closely with families and local stakeholders to maintain continuity of learning and improve outcomes for students.

This regional setting provides the opportunity for visible and meaningful leadership impact, where strong relationships and community connection are key enablers of student success.

About the Role

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

• 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.

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 qualifications/registration 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 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
  
  FNR690922_26T - Role Description (PDF, 361KB)
  Role Description