An exciting expression of interest opportunity awaits at Dallarnil State School for a Principal to lead with vision and impact.

In this role, you will be instrumental in delivering the department's vision, improving student educational outcomes, and fostering the highest standards of teaching and learning.

This is an expression of interest position until 19 September 2025, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

This is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.   

About the Department 

The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.  

About the School 

Dallarnil State School, located in the Biggenden district within the North Burnett Regional Council, has proudly served its rural community for over a century, with strong ties to dairying and beef cattle farming. The school collaborates in sporting, curriculum, and cultural activities with nearby schools, fostering a supportive and connected educational environment. Dallarnil State School continues to offer a close-knit and welcoming setting for families in the region.

Your Opportunity 

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. 

Your Responsibilities 

As the Principal, your responsibilities will 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. 

Interested? To Apply 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history). 
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description "How you will be assessed" section. 
• 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.

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.

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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  NCR643813_25E - Role Description (PDF, 386KB)
  Role Description