We are seeking an exceptional and highly motivated Deputy Principal to join our leadership team and play a key role in driving excellence in teaching, learning and school improvement. The successful applicant will be an ethical and collaborative leader with outstanding communication skills, a commitment to continuous improvement, and the ability to build strong partnerships with students, families and the wider community.

This is an exciting opportunity for an inspiring educational leader who is passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of young people and contributing to a thriving school community. This is a temporary full-time position until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined.

About Us:

Cherbourg State School began as the Barambah Aboriginal School in 1904. Between 1931 to 1932, the school name was changed when the community was renamed Cherbourg.

Cherbourg State School believes in developing the potential of each individual child. A team of dedicated teachers and leadership along with committed support staff, delivering community responsive quality education for students from Kindy to Year 6, in an inclusive workplace focused on successful learning for every child.

Our desire is to create a 'family-like' atmosphere, recognising the need for parents and educators to work together in partnership to develop children holistically in a mutually supportive and caring environment. This enables us to acknowledge and explore the diverse cultural practices, lifestyle choices, home languages, backgrounds and traditions of each child's family structure and provide opportunities for families to share their knowledge and skills.

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.

📌 Deputy Principal (Primary) - Cherbourg State School
🏢 Queensland Department of Education
📍 Cherbourg