QLD/NQR/26T - Deputy Principal - Richmond State School

Richmond State School is seeking a Deputy Principal to work across the full school, providing strategic leadership and leading the Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) team to strengthen student engagement, wellbeing, and whole-school practice.

Apply now to contribute to a collaborative leadership team focused on consistent, high-quality outcomes for all students.

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: 

The students, staff and parents associated with the school welcome you to our school community.

Established in 1889, Richmond State School is a co-educational facility offering a range and variety of learning experiences for students in Prep to Year 10.

It caters for approximately 100 students from the rural community of Richmond, which is situated on the Flinders Highway approximately half way between Townsville and Mt Isa.

Step Into Your Next Chapter: 

• Assist the Principal to lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Deputise for the Principal when required.
• Uphold the deputy principalship as a values based, ethical and moral activity.
• Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
• Set high standards for student and staff performance.

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

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.