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Deputy Principal - Tully State High School
Far North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Lead with purpose in Tropical North Queensland - join the leadership team at Tully State High School.
We are seeking a capable and committed Deputy Principal to drive strategic improvement, foster inclusive practices, and support student success in a close-knit regional community.
This permanent opportunity offers the chance to make a lasting impact - working collaboratively to strengthen teaching, learning and wellbeing outcomes across the school.
Additional benefits include relocation assistance (where applicable), access to departmental housing, and a range of financial incentives.
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/FNR650278/25P |
| Closing date | 05-Aug-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Helen Carne |
| Contact details | 07 4068 4555 Access the National Relay Service |
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
Tully State High School is a dynamic secondary school in Tropical North Queensland, serving the communities of Tully and the surrounding Cassowary Coast. The school has a strong reputation for inclusive practices, academic growth, and vocational opportunities that reflect the needs of its diverse student cohort.
Staff benefit from supportive leadership, collaborative professional learning, and a school culture focused on high expectations, wellbeing, and community connection. For more information, visit the school website: tullyshs.eq.edu.au
About the Role
As Deputy Principal, you will support the Principal in leading the school community to achieve quality learning outcomes for every student. This includes shaping and promoting a shared educational vision, upholding high standards for staff and students, and modelling ethical and values-based leadership.
You will deputise for the Principal when required and play a key role in driving inclusive practices, building strong partnerships with families and community, and leading school-wide improvement initiatives. The role requires a strategic mindset, sound understanding of legislation and policy, and effective resource management.
A commitment to lifelong learning, professional growth, and future-focused leadership is essential.
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 from the 'How you will be assessed' section of the Role Description.
- 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.
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.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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FNR650278_25P - Role Description (PDF, 386KB)
Role Description
Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
Information Package for Applicants
