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Deputy Principal - Isabella State School

Queensland Government
Cairns Full-day Full-time

Description:

Isabella State School is seeking applications for a Deputy Principal to join our dedicated leadership team.

The successful applicant will improve educational outcomes for all students, develop and strengthen the quality of teaching and learning, and nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, families, the community, and key stakeholders. This position is offered for a period of 12 months unless otherwise determined.

Apply now to make a meaningful impact and contribute to a supportive, high-performing school community.

About The School

Our school is located in a rapidly expanding residential area south of Cairns. Our purpose is to provide opportunities for all students to achieve their potential, to be the best they can be. Our vision is to be a high performing school in which every student is a successful learner.

We achieve this by providing programs that cater for the individual needs of all students, developing in students the skills and desire for lifelong learning, providing a safe, supportive and inclusive environment for all students supporting all staff in their development of professional competencies and establishing positive and productive partnerships with all stakeholders.

Our school values are learning, respect and safety and these are embodied in all aspects of school life. We believe that every child matters every day and that all students can achieve and be successful at school.

About The Role

As the Deputy Principal, you will:

  • Improve the educational outcomes of students in their schools
  • Develop the quality of teaching and learning
  • Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, the community and stakeholders.


The Deputy Principal reports to the school Principal.

Your Responsibilities

As the Deputy Principal, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • 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 refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.

Interested? To Apply

  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
  • Attach a written statement (1-page maximum) about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
  • Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements 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.

Occupational group Education & Training
18 Jan 2026;   from: linkedin.com

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