About this job
About the Department of Education
The Department of Education is 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.
Annandale State School
Annandale State School is seeking a driven and enthusiastic Principal with a passion for providing quality supports in order to lead the school.
Annandale State School is a large school situated in the Townsville suburb of Annandale. The suburb is located on the southern approaches to Townsville with the Ross River to our North and Lavarack Barracks to our South.
Annandale State School is a large state primary school - prep to year 6, with approximately 700 students, in the heart of Annandale.
In 2016 Annandale State School was successful in its application to the Department of Education to become an Independent Public School after a significant community consultation process.
The school values its partnership with parents and families. Every opportunity is made to enrich these relationships to support or students in their learning and personal development.
About the Role
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Uphold the principalship as a values based, ethical and moral activity.
- Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
- Set high standards for student and staff performance.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to Apply
- Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
- A 1-pg written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
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).
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