Who are we?
Kowanyama State School is a Kindy - Year 10 remote indigenous community school on the Gulf of Carpentaria in Far North Queensland. With approx. 200 students we strive every day to uphold our school values: respect learning, respect community and respect culture. Our students are all EALD learners, active and enthusiastic.
Living in Kowie:
Living and working in the small remote town of Kowanyama, you will have access to the perks the Department offers for temporary teachers employed in rural and remote locations. These advantages include travel, location allowances and subsidised departmental housing. Your opportunity:
Reporting to the school Principal, as a Deputy Principal you will directly contribute to the continuous improvement in educational outcomes for school students at Kowanyama SS. You will work with the Principal to successfully implement Departmental priorities in curriculum, and teaching and learning.
The role & responsibilities:
As the Deputy Principal you will have responsibility for the following: 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. Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing career development. Form partnerships with parents, other government agencies, community groups, industry and business. Be futures oriented and strategic. Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling. Manage resources to achieve goals. Interested? To Apply: Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history) Attach a 2-page response to the 'How you will be assessed' or 'Competencies' section of 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.

📌 Deputy Principal Kowanyama State School North Queensland
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 North Queensland