An exciting opportunity exists for a skilled and experienced educational leader to join Newtown State School as Principal. Located just 2km west of the Toowoomba CBD and 129km west of Brisbane, Newtown State School caters for students from Prep to Year 6, with a current enrolment of approximately 342 students. The successful applicant will lead the school’s improvement agenda, with a solid focus on innovation, quality teaching and learning, inclusive practices and building strong partnerships with the school community.

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

About us:

As a school community, we aim to create an inclusive culture that is represented by our vision; that every child at Newtown State School aspires to be a successful learner; to attain excellence in personal achievement and behaviour. This vision informs our decision making and planning to enable our motto, every child, every day, excellence in education.



21st Century learning recognises the essential link between learning, positive behaviour and wellbeing.

Your opportunity:

As the Principal, Head of School, Head of Campus, you will:

- Deliver the vision of the department.
- Improve the educational outcomes of students in their schools.
- Develop the quality of teaching and learning.
- Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, the community and stakeholders.

The Principal reports to the School Supervisor

Interested? To Apply:

- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)

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.

📌 EOI - Principal (Level 4) - Newtown State School
🏢 Queensland Department of Education
📍 Newtown