Principal (Level 5)
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
2 November 2026
Posted 19 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-6
School staff (FTE)
52.7
36.8 teaching · 15.9 non-teaching
Students per teacher
14:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
516
Indigenous students
6%
Language other than English
20%
Girls vs boys
235 girls · 281 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Metropolitan South Region - School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
We are seeking an inspiring, visionary and highly committed Principal to lead our school community and drive excellence in teaching, learning and student outcomes. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong ethical leadership, establish a clear and shared educational vision, and foster a positive, inclusive and high-performing school culture where every student is supported to succeed. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional communication, collaboration and decision-making skills, alongside the ability to manage resources effectively and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies and educational standards.
Job details
Position statusPermanentPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream3/Level 5Workplace LocationBrisbane - EastJob ad referenceQLD/MSR704537/26PClosing date02-Nov-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationContact personHugh GOODFELLOWContact details07 3328 6932Access the National Relay Service
About Us
Cleveland State School believes in developing the potential of each individual child through consistent and quality educational experiences across the curriculum and beyond. We have many opportunities for students to extend their learning in a variety of cultural, sporting and academic extra-curricular activities.
At Cleveland State School, we take pride in the tradition and reputation of our school. We pursue the highest st…