Principal (Level 6) - Wilston State School

This is a temporary full-time position until 11 December 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

Wilston State School is a large Prep-Year 6 primary school serving the communities of Wilston, Grange and Alderley. With an enrolment management plan in place, the school maintains a stable population, currently around 840 students.

The school has a strong focus on evidence-informed practice, with close monitoring of student data to ensure consistent learning growth each term. A well-established culture of feedback, collaboration and collective efficacy underpins teaching and learning, with staff working in partnership with families to ensure every student understands their goals and next steps for success.

About the Role

As the Principal, you will have responsibility for leading the following activities and delivery of the following key tasks:

• 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.
• Active participants in life long learning and ongoing professional development.

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

Interested? To Apply

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should understand your relevant work history).
• Attach a written response (2-page maximum) to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the attached Role Description.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory requirements 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.

Application Downloads

MNR685782_26T - Role Description.pdf

Applicant Information Package.pdf