EOI - Flagship Middle Leader Program - Education Futures Institute (EFI)
Job Details
Position Type
Teaching and learning
Employment Type
Casual, Temporary
Posted Date
February 24, 2026 (5 days ago)
Closing Date
March 22, 2026
Description
Educational Leadership Capability Branch
This is an exciting leadership professional learning opportunity offered by the Education Futures Institute (EFI) for Queensland Department of Education staff.
This 12-month program supports and empowers middle leaders with targeted professional learning to build expertise in leading teaching and learning in their schools.
The program develops and strengthens the knowledge, skills and dispositions of middle leaders to excel in their role and positively impact educational achievement and belonging and engagement.
Apply now for the flagship Middle Leader Program!
Job details
Position statusCasualPosition typeNon Standard HoursOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationVar.Workplace LocationBrisbane Inner City,Brisbane - North,Brisbane - South,Brisbane - East,Brisbane - West,Cairns region,Central West Qld,Darling Downs - Maranoa,Far North Qld,Flexible,Gold Coast,Ipswich region,Logan - Beaudesert,Mackay region,Moreton Bay - North,Moreton Bay - South,North West Qld,Rockhampton region,South West Qld,Sunshine Coast,Toowoomba region,Townsville region,Wide Bay,Other - Outside QldJob ad referenceQLD/DOE678961/26EClosing date22-Mar-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationContact personMarianne ParsonsContact details07 3035 2221Access the National Relay Service
Expressions of Interest are invited for the flagship Middle Leader program.
This is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.
The Education Futures Institute delivers a suite of flagship programs that are comprehensive professional learning experiences targeted to career junctures. Program design is underpinned by professional standards and contemporary research aligned to the Department of Education's current and emerging strategic priorities and workforce needs. Programs aim to empower Queensland state school staff, educators and leaders and will be co-designed and delivered with internal and external partners, including academic, tertiary and industry leaders.
The flagship Middle Leader Program provides participants with the opportunity to develop their expertise in leading improvement through contemporary educational research, contextualised leadership experiences and professional networks and mentoring opportunities.
Over the 12-month duration of the program, participants will engage in face-to-face intensive phases, mentoring (including site visits), network learning opportunities and self-paced learning modules. Successful applicants will commence the program in Term 3, 2026.
Detailed information about the program can be accessed through the EFI Catalogue (Department of Education staff only) and all applicants are encouraged to access this information before applying.
Mandatory Requirements:
- Applicants must be permanent teachers, currently classified as a school-based middle leader (Heads of Program Stream 2) with the Queensland Department of Education.
How to apply:
Click ‘Apply Now' to submit:
- A brief resume (maximum 2 pages) including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor).
- A completed and signed copy of the attached Principal Endorsement document.
- Responses to the online questionnaire (the questionnaire will open after you have clicked apply and entered your personal details). The questionnaire includes extended response questions for the selection panel to consider.
It is recommended that prospective applicants read the detailed Flagship Programs Application Handbook available on the Middle Leader Program page on the EFI Catalogue (Department of Education staff only).
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.
Documents
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