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Principal (Level 6) - Heatley Secondary College
North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
An opportunity exists for an experienced and committed educational leader to take on the permanent role of Principal and lead the Heatley Secondary College community towards improved outcomes
and continued growth.
As Principal, you will provide strategic, values-based leadership and work collaboratively with students, staff, families and the broader community to develop and
implement a shared educational vision focused on quality learning outcomes for every student. You will lead with integrity and purpose, establishing high expectations for student achievement, staff
performance and professional practice.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream3/Level 6 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/NQR702026/26P |
| Closing date | 27-Oct-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Heather Murry |
| Contact details | 0461 282 859 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
Your opportunity:
You will be responsible for delivering the department's vision and driving continuous improvement in the quality of teaching and learning. This includes creating a positive and inclusive school culture, embedding socially just practices and nurturing strong relationships across the school community.
A key component of the role will be building productive partnerships with parents, government agencies, community organisations, industry and business to strengthen opportunities and outcomes for students. You will foster a collaborative environment where staff are supported to engage in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development, while encouraging innovation and high-quality educational practice.
The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to lead with strong ethical and moral purpose, inspire others and bring people together around a shared vision. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the school's direction, strengthening its connections with the community and ensuring students are supported to achieve their best.
Reporting to the School Supervisor, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting contribution through strong educational leadership, purposeful partnerships and a commitment to improving outcomes for all students.
Please see the attached Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.
Interested? To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
- Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration 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.
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.
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Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
Information Package for Applicants
NQR702026_26P - Role Description (PDF, 270KB)
Role Description
