Principal (Level 1) - Coowonga State School

Job Description

Education (Organisation site)Central Queensland Region, Early Childhood and State Schools Division Take the next step in your career as Principal at Coowonga State School.If you are committed to multi-age teaching, this leadership role offers the perfect opportunity to make a lasting impact while unlocking your potential.As Principal, you’ll guide a dynamic learning environment and shape the educational journey for students. Embrace the lifestyle of a stunning location in the coastal hills at the southern end of the beautiful Capricorn Coast. The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. About the School Coowonga State School works alongside other nearby small schools and is located in a beautiful setting surrounded by bushland. We are six kilometres from the Pacific Ocean and the nearest township of Keppel Sands, making it an ideal school for those who love rural areas plus access to the coast. The school enrolments fluctuate from between 12 to 20 students from prep to year 6. The small school environment allows staff to successfully deliver a curriculum that caters for the diverse needs of every student. The central focus of the strategic plan is full curriculum entitlement for all and student and staff wellbeing. There has been significant energy invested in early years literacy practices and teacher aides support the teaching principal to deliver structured literacy routines. About the Role Please note that subsidised teacher accommodation is not available with this role. As the Principal, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited, to the following: Lead the school community in developing and committing to a shared vision focused on quality learning outcomes for all students. Uphold values-based, ethical and moral leadership. Embed socially just practices in daily school life. Engage in lifelong learning and professional development. Form partnerships with parents, agencies, community groups and stakeholders. Be future-oriented and strategic. 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 have an understanding of your relevant work history). Attach a written response (2-page maximum) 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. When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services. Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions. #J-18808-Ljbffr