An exciting temporary opportunity has become available for a Principal of Dunwich State School, commencing 07 April 2026.
As the Principal of Dunwich State School, you will play a vital role in delivering the vision of the department. The leadership role of Principal is critical to improving the educational outcomes of students in their school. The Principal has a major influence on developing the quality of teaching and learning and nurturing positive relationships between students, teachers, and stakeholders.
If you are ready to take on this opportunity, apply now.
About Us
Dunwich State School is located within the department's Metropolitan South Region on an island approximately 30kms off the East Coast of Brisbane. Minjerribah / Terrangerri (North Stradbroke Island) is home to around 2156 residents.
Dunwich State School is the only school on Minjerribah / Terrangerri (North Stradbroke Island). The school caters for students and their families from the three major towns of Point Lookout, Amity Point and Dunwich itself, as well as those living in smaller communities in bush areas outside the townships. Each town has its own subculture which influences the diversity of the school culture and learning. Point Lookout is tailored to the tourism industry while Amity Point is fishing with Dunwich being business and First Nations based. Children and their families living outside of the townships are also diverse and may have additional and distinct needs.
There are three First Nations clans that comprise the people of Quandamooka. They are Nughi of Moorgumpin (Moreton Island), the Nunukul and Gorenpul of Minjerribah.
Minjerribah / Terrangerri (North Stradbroke Is) is a unique marine and island environment. The community has a strong First Nations culture and history. Many local families have a long association with the school, with fifth and sixth generations now enrolled. Today, the school caters for students from Prep to Year 6.
Join our school
What we are looking for our next Principal to have:
- Be committed to delivering strong educational and wellbeing outcomes for Dunwich State School students.
- Demonstrate strong cultural competency and understanding for working with First Nations students and communities.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of institutional discrimination and anti-racism
- Celebrate the strong cultural aspects within the school community
- Demonstrate personal drive to maintain personal and staff cultural capability.
- Value the opportunity to foster and maintain a strong connection across the island community
- Demonstrate strategic and empathetic relationships in a diverse and multidimensional setting.
- Have a passion for instructional leadership and capability of staff.
- Demonstrate strategic and empathetic trauma informed practices.
- Be committed to nurturing ongoing partnerships with external agencies that support students, teachers and the community.
Interested? To Apply
- Attach a (maximum 3-page) resume including contact details for 2 referees
- Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the selection criteria as per the attached role description.
- Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements 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
