An exciting opportunity exists for a skilled and experienced educational leader to join the team at Kaimkillenbun State School.

If you are passionate about leading high-quality teaching and learning, fostering strong community partnerships, and making a meaningful difference in a small rural school, we encourage you to apply.

Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification Stream3/Level 1
Workplace Location Darling Downs - Maranoa
Job ad reference QLD/DSR697077/26E
Closing date 10-Aug-2026
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration Until 14 Oct 2026 unless otherwise determined
Contact person Marcus Jones
Contact details 0409 895 438
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This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

About the Department of Education:

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about .

Who We Are:

Kaimkillenbun State School is a small rural Queensland Government primary school located north of Dalby, catering for Prep to Year 6 students in a supportive multi-age learning environment.

The school is committed to inclusive, student-centred learning and strong partnerships with families and the local community, ensuring every student is supported to achieve their best.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:





The ideal principal will lead an improvement agenda built around innovation, quality teaching and learning, inclusive practices and strong community partnerships.

Responsibilities include:

- 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 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 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 and .

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.

Information Package for Applicants

Role Description

📌 EOI - Principal (Level 1) - Kaimkillenbun State School (Darling Downs)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Darling Downs