Principal (Level 5) - Rasmussen State School

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

Job Reference QLD/NQR679394/26T

Closing date March 3, 2026

Location Townsville region

Contact
0477 767 259

About this job

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.

Who We Are:

Rasmussen State School (Prep-Year 6) is a vibrant, inclusive school located in the Upper Ross area of Townsville, committed to student wellbeing, high expectations and strong community partnerships.

Guided by the motto “I Belong, We Belong, All Belong,” the school fosters a culture of inclusion, collaboration and collective responsibility. Staff are passionate advocates for students and work together to create a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment.

Rasmussen State School is grounded in Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL). The school provides inclusive programs for students with disability and offers a broad range of sporting and musical opportunities.

Strong wrap-around supports include a dedicated school chaplain and early years engagement through KindyLinQ, strengthening transitions and family connections.

Regular attendance and lifelong learning are strongly valued, recognising that every day of schooling counts.

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 brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
• 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.

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

NQR679394_26T Role Description.pdf

Applicant Information Package.pdf