Take the next step in your leadership career in a community known for its coastal charm, rich cultural identity, and historic landmarks.

Bundaberg South State School are seeking a Principal to positively impact student achievement, engagement and wellbeing. The ideal applicant will lead an improvement agenda built around innovation, quality teaching and learning, inclusive practices and strong community partnerships.

This is a temporary full-time position until 12 December 2025 unless otherwise determined.

Job details

This is a temporary full-time position to commence from 14 July 2025 until 12 December 2025 with possibility of extension.

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

Bundaberg South State School has an inviting campus and facilities, serving approximately 170 students in Prep to Year 6. Our spacious classrooms and well-equipped library foster an environment that promotes active learning and student engagement.

Our vision is grounded in the values of respect, responsibility, and safety, aiming to empower students to achieve their personal best.  Students are encouraged to develop a social conscience which enables them to contribute to their family, school and the wider community.

About the Role

As the Principal your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the school community in developing and committing to a shared vision focused on quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Uphold values-based, ethical and moral leadership.
• Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
• Set high standards for student and staff performance.
• Engage in lifelong learning and professional development.
• Form partnerships with parents, agencies, community groups and stakeholders.
• Be future-oriented and strategic.
• Understand policies and legislation impacting the school.
• Manage department resources to achieve goals.

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

Interested? To Apply

• Attach a resume (2-page maximum) including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom must be your current supervisor).
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 from the 'How you will be assessed' section of the 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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  NCR639066_25T - Role Description (PDF, 387KB)
  Role Description