Woorabinda State School is seeking two dynamic and committed Deputy Principals to join our leadership team until 26 June 2026.

As a Deputy Principal, you will play a key role in driving the improvement of student outcomes by fostering high-quality teaching and learning. You will collaborate closely with the Principal and staff to enhance student engagement, wellbeing, and success across the school.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students while contributing to a supportive and inclusive school community.

Job details

About Woorabinda State School

Woorabinda State School is a Kindergarten to Year 6 school, proudly guided by our motto, “Proud and Deadly.” Our school thrives through close partnerships with local traditional owners, elders, and community members, who collaborate with staff to integrate local history, family stories, and languages into our curriculum. We are dedicated to embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives (EATSIPs), fostering respect for the rich cultural heritage of our region.

About Woorabinda: 

Woorabinda State School is located in Central Queensland, home to around 1,000 residents representing diverse language groups. Guided by rich cultural traditions, the community values collaboration, resilience, and pride. Local elders and families actively contribute to education, culture, and community initiatives, making Woorabinda a unique and welcoming place to live and work. 

About the Role

As Deputy Principal, you will provide leadership that promotes excellence in teaching and learning while supporting student engagement and wellbeing. You will work alongside the Principal and school staff to drive school improvement initiatives, nurture a positive school culture, and contribute to the development of a vibrant, inclusive learning environment that celebrates the unique culture of the Woorabinda community.

As the Deputy Principal, you will:

• 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 Deputy Principal reports to the school Principal.

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. 

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.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). 

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. 

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and applicant information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• CQR654778_25T - Role Description (PDF, 325KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants