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Deputy Principal - Western Cape College, Weipa Primary Campus
Weipa, Far North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Western Cape College - Weipa Primary Campus is seeking a capable, collaborative, and adaptable Deputy Principal to join the leadership team from 8 September 2025 to 2 April
2026 (unless otherwise determined).
This is a great opportunity to make a real impact - improving student outcomes, strengthening teaching and learning, and building strong, positive relationships with students, staff, families
and the wider community.
Play a key role in supporting success at Western Cape.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 3 /Deputy Principal |
| Workplace Location | Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/FNR652804/25T |
| Closing date | 20-Aug-2025 |
| Job duration | 6 months, unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Amanda Allender |
| Contact details | 07 4090 6444 Access the National Relay Service |
This is a temporary full-time position for 6 months, to commence 8 September 2025 until 02 April 2026, unless otherwise determined
About Western Cape College
Western Cape College is a unique state school with two campuses—Mapoon (P-6) and Weipa (P-12)—plus a secondary residential facility in Weipa. Each campus is set within its own rich cultural, social and geographical context across the vast Cape York Peninsula in Far North Queensland.
As the largest P-12 school in the region, we lead innovative practices in Indigenous and Remote Education. Our work is guided by four pillars that shape our values, decisions and service delivery:
- Connection
- Wellbeing
- Learning
- Leading
We may negotiate relocation expenses with the successful applicant. Eligible candidates can access subsidised departmental accommodation and remote incentives.
- For details about working at Western Cape College, visit our website:
https://westerncapecollege.eq.edu.au/our-school/employment - To discover all Weipa offers, watch this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wh4GtO8eOjc
About the Role
As a key member of the Primary leadership team, the Deputy Principal drives improvement in teaching and learning, overseeing curriculum, moderation, and student case management. You will directly manage teachers and support staff.
At Western Cape College, we seize every day to positively influence student achievement, despite challenges. We work as a united team, committed to advancing both educational and personal growth.
You will lead capability building, embed evidence-informed practice, and foster a collaborative teaching culture to boost student outcomes. The role also builds strong partnerships with students, staff, families, and the wider community to maintain a safe, inclusive, and high-expectation learning environment.
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact on student engagement and success, we encourage you to apply.
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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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
Information Package for Applicants
FNR652804_25T - Role Description (PDF, 387KB)
Role Description
