Yugumbir State School is seeking a dedicated professional who thrives in a collaborative team environment and is committed to achieving high-quality learning outcomes for all students.

As the Principal, you will deliver the vision of the department, improve educational outcomes for students, develop the quality of teaching and learning, and foster positive relationships among students, staff, the community, and stakeholders.

Temporary period from 12 July 2025 until 12 December 2025, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

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 

Yugumbir State School is a vibrant, inclusive community committed to individual excellence for every student. We offer a rigorous and supportive learning environment, with a strong focus on literacy, numeracy, and whole-school improvement. Our classrooms are nurturing, technology-rich spaces where students are challenged and supported to succeed. A dedicated team of professionals works collaboratively to maximise outcomes for all learners. We take pride in our strong music and sports programs, high levels of student engagement, and strong emphasis on the early years. Parent involvement is highly valued and encouraged.

About the Role 

As the Principal (Level 6), 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 resume (3-page maximum)  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. 

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.

• SER641266_25T - Role Description (PDF, 386KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants