Sunset State School is seeking a dynamic, inspiring, and dedicated principal to lead our vibrant learning community. We are seeking a leader who demonstrates integrity, inspires excellence in teaching and learning, and is committed to nurturing our inclusive, student-centered culture while leading our passionate team into the future. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you 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 environment 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 .

About Us
“Inspire children to achieve success through engaging and challenging opportunities in a secure and supportive environment, while catering to individual, social, cultural and emotional needs.” Sunset State School is located in Mount Isa in far North West Queensland. The Sunset community is immensely complex, comprising an Indigenous student population of approximately 200 (80%) and other students from many other places such as the Philippines, Fiji and South Africa. Family income is lower than the state average which sometimes affects students' educational opportunities. Engaging our families and lifting academic performance is a priority for our school. Special purpose arrangement – Partnership Initiative (PI) Under the current Partnership Initiative special purpose classification uplift, this substantive Level 4 position has received a top-up to be remunerated as a Level 7.



This special purpose classification level uplift arrangement is intended to retain and attract school leaders who can drive improvements in learning and life outcomes through a system wide approach within PI schools and their communities. Responsibilities Include
• Guide the school community in establishing and working towards a shared educational vision that delivers quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Demonstrate ethical, values-driven leadership and promote equitable and socially just practices across the school.
• Maintain high expectations for student and staff performance while committing to continuous learning and professional development.
• Build and sustain partnerships with parents, government agencies, community groups, industry and business to support the school community.
• Apply strategic, future-focused leadership while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies and managing resources effectively to achieve school goals. Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities. 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 2-page written statement in response to 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 4) - Sunset State School (Cloncurry)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Cloncurry