Head of Campus (Level 5) - Tagai State College - Thursday Island Primary Campus

Job Reference QLD/FNR690588/26P
Closing date June 15, 2026
Location Far North Qld
Status Permanent
Contact 0477 332 808

About this job

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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

Tagai State College is made up of 17 campuses spread across 48,000 square kilometres of ocean in the beautiful Torres Strait. Separate primary and secondary campuses are located on Thursday Island. The remaining 16 primary campuses are on islands a short ferry, plane or helicopter ride from Thursday or Horn Islands.

The role in context

The College is seeking a highly effective instructional leader who is capable of enacting and monitoring the Explicit Improvement Agenda. Language and cultural activities play an integral part in the school curriculum. Tagai State College provides a high level of support to leaders through a support team of experienced educators.

As the Head of Campus you will:

  • Deliver the vision of the department
  • Improve the educational outcomes of students in their schools
  • Develop the quality of teaching and learning
  • Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, the community and stakeholders.

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.