Principal (Level 5) - Queensland Pathways State College

Job Reference QLD/MSR590479/24T
Closing date September 24, 2024
Location Brisbane - South
Type Full-Time
Contact 0451152523

About this job

This is a temporary, full-time position to commence from 21 October 2024 until 04 April 2025 unless otherwise determined.

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

Queensland Pathways State College is a state high school that specifically supports students that have disengaged from mainstream schools in grades 10 to 12 (students must be a minimum of 15 years of age). We cater for a diverse range of student needs and we are relentless in students achieving success, both at school and with transitions out of the college.

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.
  • Improve the educational outcomes for all students.
  • Uphold values-based, ethical leadership.
  • Promote 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.