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SalaryThuringowa State High School is actively seeking a dedicated and experienced Principal to lead our school. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 15 April 2024 until 21 June 2024, unless otherwise determined. Join us in shaping the future of our school, where each student’s potential is unlocked.
About Us:
Since 1987, Thuringowa State High School has provided high quality educational opportunities for students from the Upper Ross River catchment and the Townsville community.
The school motto of 'Promoting Achievement' challenges students to achieve quality outcomes in all areas of their education.
The school values inclusive learning and collaborates with families to providing academic support for all students and has a dedicated student wellbeing team who provides assistance, support and guidance to help young people overcome barriers they may face.
Thuringowa State High School offers a wide range of academic and vocational education subjects for students as well as an established sports academy program and theatre restaurant. A new multi-purpose centre and health sciences centre will be opened in 2024.
Thuringowa State High School is also home to the award winning program Global Tropics Future (GTF) which provides authentic STEM opportunities directly and virtually for students.
The school celebrates a rich community culture and encourages all students to achieve their personal best to become active and engaged citizens.
About the Role:
Responsibilities include, but not limited to;
- 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 lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
- Form partnerships with parents, other government agencies, community groups, industry and business.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to apply:
- Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
- A 2-pg written statement in response to 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).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. ( https://alt-qed.qed.qld.gov.au/working-with-us/induction/department/human-resources/inclusion-and-diversity#:~:text=Pathways%20to%20Parity,participate%20fully%20in%20our%20workplaces. )
