Strategic leadership in the Tablelands

Atherton State High School invites applications for a permanent Deputy Principal, to drive strategic initiatives, student engagement, and staff capability across the school.

Located on the Atherton Tablelands in Tropical North Queensland, this is a rewarding opportunity with eligibility for rural and remote incentives, locality allowance, and subsidised accommodation.

Make a meaningful impact in a regional setting.

Job details

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 Atherton SHS

We are located on the scenic Atherton Tablelands, about an hour from Cairns. Our school serves a diverse regional community, including rural and First Nations students, and offers a broad academic and vocational curriculum.

We are recognised for our inclusive culture, strong community connections, and commitment to flexible learning pathways supported by a dedicated team.

About the Role

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

• Lead the school community in developing and committing to a shared vision focused on quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Deputise for the Principal when required.
• Promote socially just practices in daily school life.
• Set high standards for student and staff performance.
• Engage in lifelong learning and professional development.
• Build partnerships with students, parents, agencies, community groups.
• Be future-oriented and strategic.
• Understand policies and legislation affecting the department.
• Manage department resources to achieve goals.

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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  FNR652997_25P - Role Description (PDF, 386KB)
  Role Description