Principal (Level 7) - Kepnock State High School

6 days ago

Maryborough, Queensland, Australia Queensland Department of Education Full time $104,000 - $160,000 per year

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and dynamic Principal to lead Kepnock State High School. As an Independent Public School in Bundaberg's coastal strip, Kepnock SHS offers a diverse curriculum supporting academic, vocational, and personal development pathways. In this role, you will drive the department's vision, enhance student outcomes, and foster excellence in teaching and learning.

This is a temporary full-time position from 22 January 2026 until 26 June 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 flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us .

About The School
Kepnock State High School, an Independent Public School since 2017, embraces the autonomy to deliver innovative and high-quality education. Located in Bundaberg's coastal strip, we offer a broad curriculum that supports academic, vocational and personal development pathways. Guided by our vision of a creative, confident and resilient community of learners, we tailor learning to meet diverse student needs. Our core values of Learning, Responsibility and Respect are embedded in all we do and reinforced through our program, which builds the personal and social skills students need for life beyond school. At Kepnock, we believe success is earned and every student is supported to achieve their best.

About The Role
As the Principal, you will deliver the vision of the department, improve the educational outcomes of students in the school, develop the quality of teaching and learning, and nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, the community, and stakeholders.

Your Responsibilities
As the Principal, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • 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.
  • Form partnerships with parents, other government agencies, community groups, industry and business.
  • Futures oriented and strategic.
  • Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling.
  • Manage resources to achieve goals.

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply

  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
  • Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description "How you will be assessed" section.
  • Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements outlined in 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.

Occupational group
Education & Training

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