An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and motivated leader to join Chancellor State College as Principal (Secondary). Lead a thriving school community, inspire excellence, and drive positive outcomes for students and staff. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact, this temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

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 setting 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.

Why Join Chancellor State College?

Be part of a high performing, future-focused P-12 college on the Sunshine Coast. Work with an experienced and capable leadership team. Lead within a culture of excellence, innovation, and strong community engagement. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a well-supported and highly organised environment.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will lead the secondary school (Years 7-12), maintaining momentum in student outcomes, staff development, and whole-school improvement priorities.



You will work closely with the Executive Principal and broader leadership team to:

- Provide strategic and operational leadership across the secondary campus
- Maintain a strong culture of high expectations for student learning, behaviour, and wellbeing
- Lead and support a skilled and committed leadership and teaching team
- Ensure continuity in teaching and learning excellence and data-driven improvement
- Engage effectively with students, staff, and the wider school community

Key Attributes

- Has proven experience in secondary school leadership, ideally at Deputy or Principal level
- Demonstrates the ability to lead high-performing teams with clarity, trust, and purpose
- Has strong skills in instructional leadership and data-informed decision making
- Builds positive, productive relationships across all layers of the school community
- Can quickly understand context and provide steady, confident leadership in a short-term appointment
- Values collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement

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 (Secondary) - Chancellor State College (Sunshine)
🏢 Queensland Government
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