Are you looking for short term relieving opportunities as a Principal within Metropolitan North Region? Our region is creating a talent pool of experienced school leaders available for temporary Principal engagements during Semester 2 of the 2026 school year. Salary advertised is reflective of 1 FTE for Principal Level 3 to Level 10. If this sounds like you, apply today and take the next step in your leadership journey with Metropolitan North Region.

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

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Continuous Applicant Pool - Principal

We invite applicants, who meet the mandatory employment requirements, to apply for principal relieving opportunities in Metropolitan North Region.

The region will actively review applications throughout Semester 2, 2026 as principal vacancies arise (Levels 3 to 10).

Positions may range in duration up to six months. Any extensions to an appointment will not exceed 12 months.

Participating in the Pool





Applicants are encouraged to discuss their application with their current supervisor to confirm support, capacity to release, and nominating the appropriate classification level.

Applying to this pool does not guarantee employment or application assessment feedback.

The region may also progress separate EOIs for individual positions when considered necessary.

Responsibilities Include

- 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.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Please Note

Question 11 should refer to a Principal role, not a Deputy Principal role.

Please answer the question based on your suitability for a relieving Principal role within the Metropolitan North Region.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Occupational group

Education & Training

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📌 EOI - Principal (Levels 3 - 10) - Temporary Relieving Pool 2026 - Metropolitan North Region (Queensland)
🏢 Queensland Government
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