Are you an experienced and passionate educational leader ready to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant school community? Bundaberg Central State School is seeking a dynamic and committed Principal to lead our school and continue driving excellence in teaching, learning and student wellbeing. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 06 October 2026 until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

About Us:

Located in the heart of Bundaberg, Queensland, Bundaberg Central State School is a welcoming and inclusive school with approximately 89 students. Our small-school setting provides a unique opportunity for strong relationships with students, staff, families and the broader community, enabling personalised learning and support for every child. Bundaberg Central State School, established in 1875, is in the heart of Bundaberg City.  It is set within an environment of shady trees and a big beautiful oval for outdoor play and sports.  We are a proud school with a wealth of local history and quality learning.

Our school motto is “Only Your Best”:  Our students strive to perform at the highest ability.  The school has committed staff working with modern facilities to provide relevant and stimulating curriculum (Australian Curriculum).  Students work in a safe, tolerant and disciplined learning environment. When our students leave Bundaberg Central Sate School, they leave with confidence, skills and abilities that allow them to contribute as valuable citizens of a global community, have a healthy respect for themselves and others and a drive to make a difference to their community and world.

About the Role:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

• Provide strategic leadership to develop and promote a shared vision that delivers high-quality learning outcomes and fosters an inclusive, future-focused school culture.
• Lead with integrity, modelling ethical, values-based decision-making while embedding equitable and socially just practices across all aspects of school life.
• Drive excellence by setting high expectations for student achievement and staff performance, while promoting continuous professional learning and development.
• Build and strengthen collaborative partnerships with families, government agencies, community organisations, industry, and business to enhance educational opportunities and student success.
• Effectively manage school resources and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and departmental policies to achieve strategic priorities and sustainable school improvement.

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

How to apply:

• Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history); and
• A 2-page written statement in response to the attached 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. 

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.

• NCR696367_26T - Role Description (PDF, 270KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants