Deputy Principal (Secondary) - Tully State High School

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Deputy Principal to join our team at Tully State High School. The position of a Deputy Principal entails significant responsibilities in educational leadership, including supporting the principal in administrative tasks, overseeing staff, and enhancing student learning experiences. Living in a tropical environment adds a unique dimension to this role, as it offers a vibrant cultural backdrop and opportunities for outdoor activities, which can enrich both personal and professional life.

About Us:

Tully State High School is situated in the town of Tully which is situated in Far North Queensland. Tully is a scenic 2-hour drive to the south of Cairns, probably best known for its 7.9m tall Golden Gumboot! The heartland of Australian bananas, Tully is also a major processor of sugar cane and is considered to be one of the greenest and wettest towns in Australia. The area has an increasing tourism sector with the beautiful Tully River being one of the best white-water rafting sites in Australia while offshore lies the World Heritage Protected Great Barrier Reef.

The school lies on Gulngay country with a total student population of around 750 students. The school is the only secondary school in the district. The school is proud of its relationship with the Ulysses Cluster which comprises several primary schools from Cardwell to El Arish. The school is growing slowly in number mainly due an increasing population growth in the beachside areas.

About the Role:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Support the Principal in providing strategic leadership, developing and implementing a shared educational vision that delivers high-quality learning outcomes for all students, and deputise when required.
• Lead with integrity by upholding the values, ethics and moral responsibilities of the deputy principalship while embedding inclusive and socially just practices across all aspects of school life.
• Promote excellence by setting high expectations for student achievement and staff performance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, professional learning and lifelong development.
• Build strong partnerships with parents, community organisations, government agencies, industry and business to enhance student learning, wellbeing and school outcomes.
• Provide effective organisational leadership by planning strategically for the future, applying relevant legislation and policies, and managing people and resources efficiently to achieve school goals.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. 

How to apply:

• Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history); and
• A 2-page written statement in response to 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.