Head of Campus (Level 5) - Woogaroo Creek State School (Primary Campus)

Role overview

The Queensland Department of Education is looking for an experienced, forward-thinking school leader to take on the Head of Campus (Level 5) role for Woogaroo Creek State School. This primary campus will operate alongside a new special school site in the Springfield-Redbank corridor, forming an integrated campus in a rapidly expanding community.

This is a distinctive leadership opportunity to help establish and guide an innovative model that brings a mainstream primary school and a newly created special school campus together. The setting is designed to encourage meaningful collaboration, inclusive practice and strong links with the local community.

About the Department

Joining the Queensland Department of Education means being part of an organisation that values leadership, innovation, professionalism and diversity. The department supports training and development, flexible career options and a healthy work-life balance.

Why this role stands out

• Play a part in launching a new special school campus.
• Help develop a modern integrated campus approach.
• Lead initiatives that strengthen inclusion and collaboration.
• Work in a supportive educational community that is continuing to grow.
• Contribute to lasting outcomes for students, families and school staff.

Key duties

In this position, you will work alongside the Principal and the wider leadership team to guide the Woogaroo Creek primary campus and support strong educational results for every student.

• Foster a school culture that is positive, inclusive and built on high expectations.
• Strengthen teaching and learning practices so they meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Develop productive partnerships with families, staff and the broader community.
• Support coordinated, integrated-campus ways of working.
• Manage people, budgets and school facilities responsibly and effectively.
• Embed socially just and inclusive approaches into everyday school operations.
• Build staff capability through coaching, support and professional growth opportunities.

What the school is seeking

The preferred candidate will bring a strong commitment to inclusive education and a background in leading teams that support primary school students.

• Demonstrated leadership experience in a primary school setting.
• Ability to maintain strong relationships in a complex education environment.
• Strategic thinking skills and the confidence to lead change in a new and evolving context.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative leadership style focused on solutions.
• Capability to build a culture centred on professionalism, wellbeing and high standards.
• Experience overseeing resources and operational priorities efficiently.
• Experience with new program development, inclusive practice leadership or integrated educational settings will be an advantage.

Application requirements

• Provide a short resume with the contact details of two referees who understand your relevant work history.
• Submit a two-page response addressing the How you will be assessed section in the attached role description.
• Include evidence of the mandatory qualifications and/or registration listed in the role description.

Additional information

The department welcomes applicants to advise of any support required to make the recruitment process accessible and inclusive.

Applications will stay active for 12 months from the closing date and can be considered for similar or identical vacancies within the department during that time.

Applications submitted by recruitment agencies will not be accepted.