Principal

Ipswich Girls' Grammar School

EAST IPSWICH, QLD 


Principal / Head of School

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 9 June 2025


The Board of Trustees of Ipswich Girls’ Grammar School including Ipswich Junior Grammar School invites applications from experienced leaders. • Leadership of an outstanding, highly respected Grammar School in Queensland. • Values led leader to shape culture, strategy and educational excellence for the future. • Relational leader with the ability to inspire and empower the whole learning community.

<p>Located in Queensland, Ipswich Girls’ Grammar School including Ipswich Junior Grammar School is a distinguished independent day and boarding school, empowering students through a personalised, holistic education grounded in excellence, integrity and resilience. The school has a proud heritage and strong traditions, with Ipswich Girls’ Grammar School, established in 1892, providing girls boarding and day education from years 7 to 12. As the primary school of Ipswich Girls’ Grammar School, Ipswich Junior Grammar School provides co-education from Kindergarten to Year 6. The School&nbsp;is deeply connected to the Ipswich community and blends tradition with innovation to deliver high-quality education to students.</p> <p>The Principal is responsible&nbsp;for the operational management and strategic, cultural and educational leadership of the School. The Principal provides inspirational, inclusive and visible leadership, advancing the School’s vision and values while delivering an innovative and future-ready educational experience. With a focus on student and staff wellbeing, academic excellence, financial sustainability, strategic foresight and operational effectiveness, the Principal fosters a positive culture, leads improvement and empowers staff.&nbsp;With a commitment to values led leadership, a passion for education and an inspiring vision for the future,&nbsp;the Principal will be an excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills, genuine care, and integrity.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Commitment to fostering a respectful and values-led school culture that celebrates tradition while driving a compelling strategic vision for the future.</li> <li>Expertise in leading educational excellence through the development of innovative curriculum, personalised learning pathways, and a strong wellbeing framework.</li> <li>Proven ability to manage high level and complex community wellbeing matters.</li> <li>Dedication to cultivating leadership by promoting continuous professional growth, staff empowerment and high performance.</li> <li>Strong capability in executive school management, encompassing strategic operations, governance, financial management, risk, compliance, and facilities.</li> <li>Ability to inspire a community, build strong relationships, and authentically engage with all stakeholders to strengthen partnerships and build trust.</li> </ul> <p>Applicants must have a right to work in Australia and hold&nbsp;Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) registration.</p> <p><strong>Ipswich Girls’ Grammar School including Ipswich Junior Grammar School&nbsp;</strong>is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children by providing a child safe environment. Applicants are expected to familiarise themselves with the School’s Child Safe Standards Policies available on the School website.</p>
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<p><strong>Hutton Consulting Australia</strong>&nbsp;is partnering with<strong> Ipswich Girls’ Grammar School including Ipswich Junior Grammar School&nbsp;</strong>in the search and selection process for this position.&nbsp;For a confidential discussion regarding the application process and to access candidate information, please contact<strong> Tracey Hickey</strong> on 0402 157 556 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:tracey.hickey@hutton.education?subject=Principal%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>tracey.hickey@hutton.education</a>?subject=Principal%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:tracey.hickey@hutton.education?subject=Principal%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">tracey.hickey@hutton.education</a>&nbsp;or<strong> Fiona Hutton&nbsp;</strong>at<strong>&nbsp;</strong><a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:fiona@hutton.education?subject=Principal%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>fiona@hutton.education</a>?subject=Principal%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:fiona@hutton.education?subject=Principal%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">fiona@hutton.education</a></p> <p>Applications close:&nbsp;<strong>5:00pm on Monday 9 June 2025.</strong></p> <p>Please APPLY directly via Hutton Consulting Australia’s website at:&nbsp;<a href="https://hutton.education/opportunities/" rel="nofollow">https://hutton.education/opportunities/</a></p>