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Principal (Level 2) - Leyburn State School
School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
An exciting opportunity exists for a skilled and experienced educational leader to join the team at Leyburn State School, 61.km NW of Warwick and 195km SW of Brisbane.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream3/Level 2 |
| Workplace Location | Toowoomba region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/DSR695468/26T |
| Closing date | 29-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 11 December 26, unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Meaghan RODGERS |
| Contact details | 07 4616 3731 Access the National Relay Service |
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 the School:
Leyburn State School is a heritage-listed state school at Peter Street, Leyburn, Southern Downs Region, Queensland, Australia. It was built from 1883 to 1930s. It is also known as Leyburn National School. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 21 October 1992
About the Role:
As the Principal, you will:
- Deliver the vision of the department
- Improve the educational outcomes of students in their schools
- Develop the quality of teaching and learning
- Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, the community and stakeholders.
The Principal reports to the School Supervisor.
You will have responsibility for leading the following activities and delivery of the following key tasks:
- 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.
- Form partnerships with parents, other government agencies, community groups, industry and business.
- Futures oriented and strategic.
- Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling.
- Manage resources to achieve goals.
Interested? To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history) and;
- Attach a 2-pg response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the attached role description - addressing points 1 and 2 only.
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
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 Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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DSR695468_26T - Role Description (PDF, 362KB)
Role Description
Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
Information Package for Applicants
