Principal (Level 6) - Redbank Plains State School

Job Reference QLD/MSR562830/24T
Closing date May 20, 2024
Location Ipswich region
Type Full-Time / Part-Time
Status Permanent
Contact 0447 734 637

About this job

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

Our school is located in the suburb of Redbank Plains in the City of Ipswich. Respect is at the heart of everything we do and we have unconditional positive regard for our students. We encourage our students to respect themselves, peers, school staff, and environment. By embracing the rich diversity of Redbank Plains State School, we create a culture of inclusion that enriches the educational experience for each student.

About the Role

As Principal, you will have responsibility for leading activities and delivery of key tasks, such as:

  • 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.
  • Active participants in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
  • Form partnerships with parents, other government agencies, community groups, industry and business.
  • Futures oriented and strategic.
  • Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling.
  • Manage resources to achieve goals.

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

Interested? To Apply: 

  • Attach a 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.