EOI - Principal (Levels 3 - 7) - South East Region (Primary)
Job Details
Position Type
Leadership
School Type
Primary
Role Level
Principal
Employment Type
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject Area
Leadership
Salary Range
$158,605 - $196,484 per annum
Posted Date
February 26, 2026 (3 days ago)
Closing Date
March 05, 2026
Description
South East Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Seeking expressions of interest for short-term relieving principal opportunities in Primary schools across the South East Region.
This process will be used to backfill future short-term principal vacancies (maximum 6 months) that may arise in South East Region during 2026.
Backfill arrangements that are to extend longer than 6 months will be subject to a new recruitment process.
Applicants must indicate that they have spoken to supervisor prior to applying and that release is supported.
Please note - if you were successful in the last EOI applicant pool your application remains current and there is no need for you to reapply.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream3/Level 3, Stream3/Level 4, Stream3/Level 5, Stream3/L...Workplace LocationGold Coast,Logan - BeaudesertJob ad referenceQLD/SER680068/26EClosing date05-Mar-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationA period of 6 months unless otherwise determinedContact personBronwyn JohnstoneContact details07 5617 6110Access the National Relay Service
This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.
About the Department of Education:
Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.
Step Into Your Next Chapter:
- 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 view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
Submit Your Application:
- Attach a a current CV (maximum 3 pages), contact details for two referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor)
- Attach a maximum two-page written response outlining your suitability for the role referring to Key Capabilities 1 - 4 under "How you will be assessed'.
- Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached role description
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
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
- Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
Information Package for Applicants
SER680068_26E Role Description (PDF, 203KB)
Role Description