Principal (Level 4) - Sandgate State School

Permanent

job

recruited via Department of Education and Training (Queensland) (Brisbane, Queensland, Australia)

Job Reference QLD/MNR688228/26P

Closing date May 21, 2026

Location Brisbane - North

Status

Permanent

Contact

0486 035 476

About this job

About Us:

Sandgate State School is located between two Lagoons in the heart of Sandgate Village. The school boasts picturesque grounds with views of Moreton Island and Brisbane City. As a kind, safe and inclusive school we take great pride in our location and environment as we are situated on the beautiful Moreton Bay.

At Sandgate State School our purpose is to create, in partnership with parents and the community, a safe, tolerant, comfortable, technologically advanced school where academic achievement and effort, school spirit and self discipline are highly valued. We believe this can be achieved and demonstrated through a variety of proactive mediums enhancing and focussing on the student in a holistic approach.

About the Role:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

• Lead a shared educational vision focused on high-quality learning outcomes for all students, while setting and maintaining high standards for both students and staff.
• Uphold the principalship as a values-based, ethical, and socially just practice embedded in everyday school life.
• Foster strong partnerships with parents, community groups, government agencies, and industry to support student success.
• Demonstrate strategic, future-focused leadership informed by relevant legislation and policies.
• Commit to lifelong learning and professional development while effectively managing resources to achieve school goals.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

How to apply:

• Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 2-pg response to the How you will be Assessed section of the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Application Downloads

Applicant Information Package.pdf

MNR688228_26P - Role Description.pdf