An exciting opportunity exists for a focussed and dynamic leader to join Millaroo State School's leadership team as a temporary Principal from 3 April 2026 to 26 June 2026.

If you are a forward-thinking leader who demonstrates a commitment to the Brighter Futures Strategy of delivering excellence in every state school for every student, we encourage you to apply.

This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.3FTE),15 hours per fortnight.

Job details

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

About the school:

Millaroo State School is located 70km south west of Ayr, serving the Millaroo and Dalbeg communities, within a peaceful bush and cane farm landscape above the Burdekin River. Millaroo State School prides itself on strong values, supportive families, and students who strive for success.

The Teaching Principal role delivers high quality teaching and learning while fostering strong, positive partnerships with families and the wider community. It is an excellent opportunity for an aspirant or beginning teaching principal to lead a great small school with pride and purpose.

About the role:

• Leading the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focused on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Upholding 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.
• Actively participate in life long learning and ongoing professional development.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page written statement in response to 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.

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

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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  NQR682361_26E Role Description (PDF, 204KB)
  Role Description