We are seeking an experienced, dynamic and visionary educational leader to join our school leadership team as Deputy Principal. This is an excellent leadership opportunity and diverse role leading the year 7 student transition and inclusion strategies. You will be leading and working with the Head of Department - Junior Secondary to ensure that students transition successfully to secondary school. You will also be leading the inclusion strategies and agenda whole school including First Nations, Students with a Disability and Co-Teaching. The position is being offer in a temporary full-time capacity commencing 21 January 2027 until 25 March 2027, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

About Us

Hervey Bay State High School has approximately 1355 students and provides quality education for both male and female students in years 7 to 12. Because of our unique location and resources, we are able to offer a wide curriculum including marine studies, information and communication technologies, agricultural science, vocational education programs, traineeships and apprenticeships, first year university subjects through the University of the Sunshine Coast, as well as the full traditional range of subjects.

We pride ourselves on working with students and families to establish productive partnerships that better place our students to transition into further education or training, or directly into the workforce. We have an experienced and professional teaching staff who are supported by a dedicated student support and welfare team. Hervey Bay State High School successfully meets the educational and welfare needs of all our students, including students with disabilities.

About About the Role

The role will be working with year 7 students, transition and families and leading the inclusion strategy within the school.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Support the Principal in providing strategic leadership and direction to the school community, developing and implementing a shared educational vision that promotes excellence in teaching, learning and improved outcomes for all students, and deputise for the Principal as required.
• Demonstrate exemplary ethical, values-based and professional leadership, fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, high expectations and continuous improvement in student achievement and staff performance.
• Promote inclusive, equitable and socially just practices across the school, ensuring a safe, supportive and respectful learning environment where all students and staff are valued and empowered to succeed.
• Build and strengthen collaborative partnerships with parents, staff, government agencies, community organisations, industry and business to enhance student opportunities, community engagement and whole-school outcomes.
• Provide future-focused and strategic leadership through effective resource management, sound decision-making and compliance with relevant legislation and departmental policies, while demonstrating a commitment to lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. 

How to apply

• Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history); and
• A 1-page written statement in response to the attached role description.

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.

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 Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• NCR707166_26E - Role Description (PDF, 270KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants