We are seeking an innovative and dedicated Principal to lead Bloomsbury State School.

You will be committed to developing the quality of teaching and learning, improving the educational outcomes of all students and nurturing positive relationships between students, teachers and community.

This is a temporary full-time position from 14 July 2025 to 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined.

Bloomsbury State School (P-6) is situated in a rural setting approximately 86.9km north of Mackay.

Community involvement is a key foundation to the operation of the small school at Bloomsbury supporting the achievement of the students in preparation for their future.

Job details

About Bloomsbury State School

At Bloomsbury State School, we believe that children come to our school to learn, to be safe and to be happy. Learning is our core business. Classes offer students a comprehensive teaching and learning program aligned to the Australian Curriculum, with a focus on embedded Literacy and Numeracy. Our school team consists of a teaching principal, business manager, expert teachers and experienced support staff. Our collective goal is to create and enhance the quality of academic, cultural and sporting opportunities for our students.

At our school, we value teamwork. We believe the partnerships between staff, students, parents and the wider school community play an important role in maximizing the students' learning outcomes. Success is our main aim, and we measure student success, not only by test scores and grades, but also by attitude, self-esteem, and happiness.

Principal accommodation is available to the successful applicant.

About the Role

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Uphold the principalship as a values based, ethical and moral activity.
• Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
• Set high standards for student and staff performance.
• Active participants in life long learning and ongoing professional development.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

How to Apply

• Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 2-pg response to the How you will be Assessed section of 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. 

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). 

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. 

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• CQR643655_25T - Role Description (PDF, 143KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants