Principal (Level 3) - Longreach State School

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Take on a rewarding leadership role as permanent Principal of Longreach State School.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced educational leader to join and lead our dedicated team. As the Principal you will nurture positive relationships with all stakeholders and share a strong shared vision for future success, inspiring curriculum delivery and growth. You will lead our school community to develop contemporary teaching and learning and improve student outcomes.

About The Department

The Department of Education are 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

Longreach State School caters for children from Prep to Year Six and our dedicated staff are committed to the learning needs of every student.

About The Role

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

• Lead the school community in shaping and committing to a shared vision focused on quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Uphold values-based, ethical leadership.
• Promote socially just practices in everyday school life.
• Set and maintain high performance standards for students and staff.
• Engage in lifelong learning and professional development.
• Build partnerships with parents, government agencies, community groups, industry, and business.
• Be future-oriented and strategic.
• Understand relevant legislation and policies affecting education.
• Manage resources efficiently to meet goals.
  
  
  

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

Interested? To Apply

• Attach a brief resume (3-page maximum) including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history).
• Attach a written response (2-page maximum) to the "How you will be assessed" section of 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.

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