Principal (Level 5)
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
17 June 2026
Posted 3 Jun 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Dalby South State School
487
Total students
50%
Boys
50%
Girls
39.9
Teaching FTE
20.0
Non-teaching FTE
910
ICSEA value
13th percentile · Lower SES
3%
EAL/D Background
31%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Darling Downs South West Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and strategic educational leader to join Dalby South State School as Principal (Level 5).
Located approximately 210km northwest of Brisbane, the school provides Prep to Year 6 education for around 461 students in a supportive regional setting.
This role will lead a clear improvement agenda focused on quality teaching and learning, inclusive practice and strengthened community partnerships.
You will guide a committed school community, foster high expectations and collaboration, and drive continuous improvement to support every student to succeed.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream3/Level 5Workplace LocationDarling Downs - Maranoa,Toowoomba regionJob ad referenceQLD/DSR690748/26TClosing date17-Jun-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob duration13/07/2026 -11/12/2026 unless otherwise determinedContact personMarcus JonesContact details0409 895 438Access the National Relay Service
This is a temporary full-time position until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined.
About the Department
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 …