Principal (Level 5) - Warwick West State School, Education

5 days ago


Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia Department of Education Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year

Warwick West State School is seeking a Principal (Level 5) for a temporary appointment from 6 October to 12 December 2025.

Lead Warwick West State School through the final term of 2025.

Located in the Southern Downs, just 130km south-west of Brisbane, the school supports around 549 students from Prep to Year 6.

As Principal, you will lead a dynamic school community, driving improvement through innovative practice, quality teaching and learning, inclusive education, and strong
community connections.

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This is a temporary full-time position to commence from 6 October 2025 until 12 December 2025, with possibility of extension, unless otherwise determined.

About the Department

The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.

About the School

Warwick West State School has a proud tradition of academic, cultural and sporting achievement. The school values diversity and inclusion, providing a supportive environment where every student can thrive.

Strong links with families and the wider Warwick community underpin a positive and collaborative culture.

About the Role

As the Principal, you will provide strategic direction and lead a clear improvement agenda focused on innovation, quality teaching and learning, inclusive practices, and building strong community partnerships.

This temporary vacancy offers an opportunity for an experienced educational leader to work closely with staff, parents and community partners to maintain continuity, strengthen school priorities, and support staff capability while fostering a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Please refer to the attached role description for any 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 response (2-page maximum) to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the attached role description - addressing Key Capabilities 1-2 only.
  • Attach a copy of your mandatory requirements outlined in the 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. When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services. The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. ( https://alt-,participate%20fully%20in%20our%20workplaces. )



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