Principal (Level 3) - Toogoolawah State School

Job Reference QLD/DSR680065/26T
Closing date March 9, 2026
Location Toowoomba region
Contact 0457 502 177

About this job

About Us:

Toogoolawah State School, 118km North West of Brisbane and 99km North East of Toowoomba. Toogoolawah State School caters for students from Prep to Year 6 with current enrolment numbers at 228.

We, at Toogoolawah State School are very proud of our school and its reputation for providing high quality education since 1905.

Toogoolawah State School is an extensively well resourced school with the latest technology innovations to support classroom learning. The school also features beautifully maintained grounds and excellent facilities.

We are committed to quality education and welfare programmes that meet the needs of every student. All staff at Toogoolawah State School are highly professional and, with our open door policy, are readily available to students and parents.

About the Role:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

  • Lead the school community to develop, articulate, and commit to a shared educational vision focused on achieving high-quality learning outcomes for all students.
  • Model ethical, values-based leadership by embedding socially just practices into all aspects of school life.
  • Set and maintain high standards for student achievement and staff performance, while promoting a culture of lifelong learning and continuous professional development.
  • Build and strengthen partnerships with parents, government agencies, community groups, and industry to support student success.
  • Lead strategically with a future-focused mindset by understanding relevant legislation and policy, and managing resources effectively to achieve school goals.

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 previous work history); and
  • A 2-pg response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the attached role description - addressing points 1 and 2 only.

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.