Are you interested in relieving as a Deputy Principal within Metropolitan North Region?

Our region is creating a talent pool of experienced school leaders available for short-term temporary engagements during Semester 1 of the 2026 school year.

Salary advertised is reflective of 1 FTE.

Job details

Continuous Applicant Pool - Deputy Principal 

• We invite applicants, who meet the mandatory employment requirements, to apply for Deputy Principal relieving opportunities in Metropolitan North Region. 
• The region will actively review applications throughout Semester 1, 2026 as vacancies arise. 
• Positions may range in duration up to six months. Any extensions to an appointment will not exceed 12 months.

Participating in the Pool 

• Applicants are encouraged to discuss their application with their current supervisor to confirm support, capacity to release, and capability for this classification level.
• Applying to this pool does not guarantee employment or application assessment feedback.
• The region may also progress separate EOIs for individual positions when considered necessary.

How to Apply

• Refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
• Attach a brief resume (3-page maximum) including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor)
• Attach a signed and completed copy of the Supervisor Endorsement page.
• Complete the online Questionnaire(the questionnaire will open after you have clicked Apply online and entered your personal details).

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply. 
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. 
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.

• MNR667784_25E - Supervisor Endorsement (PDF, 227KB)
  Approvals
  
  MNR667784_25E - Role Description (PDF, 324KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants