Are you an experienced educational leader ready to shape the future of a school community? As Principal/Head of School/Head of Campus, you will provide strategic leadership to bring the department’s vision to life and support a culture of high expectations, qualified growth and continuous improvement.

Working with staff, students, families and the wider community, you will build strong relationships and provide leadership that strengthens school practice and creates an setting where everyone can contribute and thrive.

This is an opportunity to use your leadership experience and educational expertise to influence meaningful improvement and make a lasting contribution to your school community on a full-time permanent basis.

About Us

Whether you are a member of the Laidley District State School community or looking at joining it in the near future, I am sure that you will find the information that you require here. Our school is situated to the North of the centre of Laidley. Our facilities were constructed in 2000 and are still modern and well kept.

The entire team at Laidley District State School pride themselves on caring for every child at this school. The teaching team are experts in their field and are always learning more about their craft to ensure the very best teaching and learning occurs in every teaching space. As Principal, I spend time knowing every child and ensuring that their learning and well-being needs are met.

Your Opportunity

As Principal, you will lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focused on providing quality learning outcomes for all students. You will translate this vision into clear priorities and lead the implementation of strategies that support ongoing school improvement.





You will set high standards for student and staff performance and promote a culture of accountability, reflection and professional development. You will encourage staff to participate in lifelong learning and ongoing career development, supporting the continued development of teaching and leadership practice.

You will uphold the principalship as a values-based, ethical and moral activity, demonstrating integrity and sound judgement in your leadership and decision-making. You will model high standards of qualified conduct and foster trust, respect and shared responsibility across the school community.

Embedding socially just practices in daily school life will be central to your leadership. You will ensure equity and fairness are reflected in the school's practices, policies and interactions, while supporting an environment that respects the diverse needs and contributions of students, staff and the wider community.

Through purposeful leadership and engagement with the school community, you will lead continuous improvement and ensure the school's vision, priorities and practices remain focused on providing quality educational experiences for all students.

Interested? To Apply:

- Attach a maximum 3-page resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the selection criteria as per the attached role description.
- Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in 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.

Occupational group Education & Training

📌 Principal (Level 5) - Laidley District State School (Queensland)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Queensland