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Deputy Principal - Moranbah State High School


Central Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division

Moranbah State High School is seeking an inspiring and committed educational leader to join our welcoming school community as Deputy Principal - Engagement in a full-time capacity for 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead initiatives that strengthen student engagement, foster a positive and inclusive school culture, build staff capability, and create opportunities for every student to thrive.

If you are passionate about making a difference, building strong relationships, and leading meaningful improvements in student outcomes, we would love to hear from you.

Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification Stream 3 /Deputy Principal
Workplace Location Mackay region
Job ad reference QLD/CQR706767/26T
Closing date 22-Nov-2026
Job duration Until 10 Dec 2027 unless otherwise determined
Contact person Ash Spain
Contact details 07 4949 2111
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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.

About Moranbah State High School:

Welcome to the Moranbah State High School community. The school has 750 students who all enjoy and value learning, strive to achieve their best and are active members of a safe supportive and positive community.

The school's motto, 'Tomorrow's Future Today' reflects our commitment to working in partnership with families to ensure every student has a quality education that prepares them for a positive productive future in our community.

We pride ourselves as a school that we are leading in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education, sporting excellence and the arts, providing innovative, academically challenging, engaging and inspiring learning pathways for all students.

We endeavour to ensure that upon completion at Moranbah State High School students will be equipped with the confidence and lifelong skills to succeed in their chosen pathways.

Your opportunity:

  • Support the Principal in establishing and promoting a shared educational vision focused on achieving positive learning outcomes for all students, and act in the Principal's role when required.
  • Demonstrate ethical, values-driven leadership and promote fairness and socially just practices throughout the school community.
  • Maintain high expectations for student and staff performance while engaging in continuous learning and professional development.
  • Build collaborative relationships with parents, government agencies, community groups, industry and business to support the school's educational vision.
  • Apply a strategic, future-focused approach to school leadership, ensuring relevant legislation and policies are understood and resources are managed effectively to achieve school goals.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

About the Role:

As Deputy Principal - Engagement your responsibilities within this role include, but are not limited to:

  • Build trust through strong interpersonal skills, communication and collaboration.
    Strengthen parent and student engagement 
  • Leading and implementing Positive Behaviour for Learning across the school
  • Lead SET Planning processes for Year 10 students
  • Lead teaching and learning and develop staff capability via the Whole School Approach to Pedagogy.
  • Develop staff and student wellbeing
  • Lead case management of students (9/10)
  • Lead inclusive practice and coordinate effective student support.
  • Strengthen school culture and student belonging

Interested? To Apply: 

  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
  • Attach a 2-page response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of 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.

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