About this job
This is a temporary full-time position available for a period of 18 months, commencing 25 January 2025 until 26 June 2026, with the possibility of extension.
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
Eidsvold State School is on Wakka Wakka country, located in the North Burnett region, approximatley 2 hours drive west from Bundaberg or Maryborough.
We have a proud, friendly, supportive and culturally rich school community that remains committed to quality education for all our Prep to Year 12 students.
Eidsvold State School is a proud participant in the Department of Education's - Partnerships Initiative. Schools participating in the Partnership Initiative will strengthen relationships between the school, early childhood education and care, the community, different parts of the government, local businesses and any not-for-profit organisations delivering services to the local area. As part of this initiative, our school benefits from prioritised support and resourcing and act as champions for the communities they serve.
Our school has a strong and proud First Nations history. Our community boasts a thriving beef industry, historical centres, camping locations and fishing and water sports at the Wuruma Dam.
At Eidsvold State School, we strive every day to uphold our school values: Be safe, Be respectful, Be responsible, Be a learner.
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 students, teachers, community and stakeholders.
- Be future-oriented and strategic.
- Understand policies and legislation affecting the department.
- Manage department resources to achieve 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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