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Deputy Principal - Townsville Community Learning Centre - A State Special School
North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Townsville Community Learning Centre- A State Special School is seeking a high-performing Deputy Principal to lead the implementation of Positive Behaviour for Learning across the P-12 campus with the strategic responsibility for the Senior sector of the school, years 9-12.
This executive role is suited to an instructional leader able to collaboratively drive whole-school improvement priorities.
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 3 /Deputy Principal |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/NQR682077/26P |
| Closing date | 24-Mar-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Tracy Cronin |
| Contact details | 07 4759 4111 Access the National Relay Service |
About the Department of Education:
Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.
Who We Are:
Townsville Community Learning Centre is a state special school catering for students from Prep to Year 12 who have a verified Intellectual Disability.
At Townsville Community Learning Centre we pride ourselves on providing rich, engaging learning experiences for all of our students. Students from Prep to year 10 access the Australian Curriculum in all key learning areas.
Step Into Your Next Chapter::
- Leading the authentic implementation of Positive Behaviour for Learning across the campus.
- Building teacher capability through professional learning, coaching, moderation and feedback.
- Coordinating health management processes across the campus for students with a range of medical conditions.
- Strengthen SET planning, pathway clarity and post-school transitions.
- Coordinate PATH planning for students and their families.
- Ensure senior schooling systems and compliance are managed with precision and integrity.
- Uphold the deputy principalship as a values-based, ethical and moral activity.
- Model calm, relational and visible leadership.
- Deputise for the Principal when required and contributes to whole-school leadership.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
What we're looking for:
- Has demonstrated success in instructional leadership and senior schooling.
- Has experience working with students with complex learning needs.
- Leads with clarity, warmth and high expectations.
- Builds strong, professional relationships.
- Is organised, systems-minded and growth-focused.
Submit Your Application:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
- Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached 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.
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.
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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
Information Package for Applicants
NQR682077_26P Role Description (PDF, 204KB)
Role Description
