Principal (Level 5)
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
27 October 2026
Posted 13 Oct 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Belgian Gardens State School
School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-6
School staff (FTE)
58.5
39.9 teaching · 18.6 non-teaching
Students per teacher
14.9:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
595
Indigenous students
6%
Language other than English
16%
Girls vs boys
289 girls · 306 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
An opportunity exists for an experienced and committed educational leader to take on the permanent role of Principal and lead the Belgian Gardens State School community towards improved outcomes and continued growth.
As Principal, you will provide strategic, values-based leadership and work collaboratively with students, staff, families and the broader community to develop and implement a shared educational vision focused on quality learning outcomes for every student. You will lead with integrity and purpose, establishing high expectations for student achievement, staff performance and professional practice.
Job details
Position statusPermanentPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream3/Level 5Workplace LocationTownsville regionJob ad referenceQLD/-NQR702156/26PClosing date27-Oct-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationContact personMelonie JOBEContact details(07) 4758 3219Access the National Relay Service
About us:
Belgian Gardens State School's unique offerings foster an inherent focus on inquiry, where students are encouraged to be curious and explore their local surrounds in a safe and inclusive environment. Proximity to the Townsville CBD allows us the ability to enhance our academic offerings, arts programs and sporting pathways for our students.
From Playgroup to Year 6, we pride ourselves on our ability to prepare our students for the world of to…