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Deputy Principal - Trinity Bay State High School


Trinity Bay State High School

Trinity Bay State High School is seeking a Deputy Principal to oversee secondary schooling responsibilities.

The successful applicant will have a strong understanding of senior schooling programs and Vocational Education and Training pathways, with knowledge and experience in timetabling highly regarded.

This is a full-time, permanent role.

Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification Stream 3 /Deputy Principal
Workplace Location Far North Qld
Job ad reference QLD/FNR641373/25P
Closing date 19-Jun-2025
Job duration
Contact person Tony Whybird
Contact details 07 4037 5222
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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 

Trinity Bay State High School is a vibrant and dynamic learning community where students and staff thrive through a broad academic curriculum and a rich array of extracurricular opportunities. With strong pathways to university, vocational training and employment, the school supports every student to achieve personal excellence and graduate with the skills, values and confidence to succeed. Known for its strengths in science, the arts, public speaking, business and sport, Trinity Bay offers a stimulating environment that extends and challenges learners, making it an inspiring and rewarding place to work.

Your Opportunity 

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.

Your Responsibilities 

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

  • Assist the Principal to lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
  • Deputise for the Principal when required.
  • Uphold the deputy principalship as a values based, ethical and moral activity.
  • Embed socially just practices in daily school life.

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 statement (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description "How you will be assessed" section. 

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 candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

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Last updated
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