Principal (Level 6)
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
3 November 2026
Posted 19 Oct 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Bowen State High School
School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
89
55.6 teaching · 33.4 non-teaching
Students per teacher
12.2:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
679
Indigenous students
23%
Language other than English
10%
Girls vs boys
328 girls · 351 boys
Socio-educational background
Below the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Are you an inspiring educational leader ready to make a lasting impact?
Bowen State High School is seeking a visionary Principal to lead its school community, champion educational excellence and create opportunities for every student to succeed.
Apply now to lead with purpose and help shape a bright future for students, staff and the wider community!
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream3/Level 6Workplace LocationMackay regionJob ad referenceQLD/NQR704476/26TClosing date03-Nov-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationUntil 25 June 2027 unless otherwise determinedContact personHeather MurryContact details07 4758 3222Access the National Relay Service
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.
About us:
Established in 1961, Bowen State High School, has a proud history of delivering exemplary education for the young people of Bowen.
The School Motto AD OMNIA PARATUS has guided the school over the years. The translation from the Latin is Prepared for all Things.
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