Principal (Level 5) - Rainworth State School

This is a temporary full-time position from 10 August until 18 September 2026, unless otherwise determined.

About the Department

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 the School

Rainworth State School is a high-performing school within the Metropolitan North Region.

About the Role

As the Principal you will have responsibility for the following:

• Leading the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focused on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Upholding 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.
• Actively participate in life long learning and ongoing professional development.
• Form partnerships with parents, other government agencies, community groups, industry and business.
• Be futures oriented and strategic.
• Understand the legislation and policies impacting on schooling.
• Manage resources to achieve goals.

How to Apply

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (One of your referees must be your current line manager).
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the Role Description.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the 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.