Deputy Principal - Atherton State High School

Job Reference QLD/FNR599801/24P
Closing date November 7, 2024
Location Far North Qld
Type Full-Time
Contact 0407 649 630

About this job

About the Department of Education

The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.

About Atherton State High School

Our school is blessed with great students, committed staff and deeply supportive parents and community members. Our family centred ethos frames our relationships with students and parents underpinning our strong achievement focus.

The school offers an extensive range of curriculum offerings allowing students to broker unique learning pathways that establish the foundations for their future career pathways. Beyond traditional learning are our leadership and personal development programs aimed at enhancing the school experience. The experience for students at Atherton State High School is rich with opportunity, one which supports their aspirations and builds belief in themselves and their future.

About the Role

Responsibilities 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 any mandatory requirements for this position.

How to Apply

  • Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
  • A 2-pg response to the How you will be Assessed section of 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. 

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). 

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.