Richmond State School is seeking a Deputy Principal to join the team!

The Deputy Principal will provide strategic and operational leadership across Prep to Year 10, with a particular focus on strengthening Years 7 to10 student achievement, engagement and case management through evidence-informed practices and targeted improvement strategies.

The position may include a teaching component, depending on school staffing and operational requirements.

Applicants with the capacity to teach secondary subjects are highly desirable; however, applications from suitably qualified and experienced educators across all teaching areas are strongly encouraged.

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

About the Department of Education:

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About us:

Richmond State School is a small, co-educational Prep to Year 10 school located in the rural North Queensland community of Richmond, approximately halfway between Townsville and Mount Isa. Guided by its motto, “Deeds not words”, the school is committed to delivering quality education in a caring and supportive environment.

With a strong focus on literacy, numeracy, student achievement and positive community partnerships,



the school offers a welcoming workplace with well-equipped facilities and opportunities to make a meaningful difference in students' learning.

The Benefits:

This role will provide the successful school leader with access to a suite of professional, financial and personal benefits including:

- Additional incentives under the Recognition of Remote Service Scheme
- Access to subsided accommodation.
- Supportive network of school leaders and regional advisors.
- Relocation assistance.

Responsibilities include:

- Work alongside the Principal to establish and promote a shared educational vision focused on achieving positive learning outcomes for all students.
- Act in the Principal's position when required, demonstrating ethical leadership and strong professional values.
- Promote fairness and inclusion across the school while maintaining high expectations for student and staff achievement.
- Build effective relationships with parents, government agencies, community organisations and industry partners, while actively engaging in professional development.
- Apply relevant education legislation and policies, take a strategic and future-focused approach, and manage resources effectively to meet school objectives.





Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

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' section of the attached role description.

In preparing their written response, applicants are encouraged to draw on evidence of their capacity to:

- Lead the implementation and ongoing improvement of Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) across Prep–Year 10, promoting a consistent, positive and inclusive school culture.
- Lead inclusive student support, behaviour, wellbeing, attendance and intervention systems across Prep–Year 10, with a particular focus on Years 7–10 student engagement and case management.
- Analyse and use student achievement, attendance and behaviour data, particularly in Years 7–10, to identify priorities, inform targeted interventions, allocate resources and evaluate impact on student outcomes.
- Build the capability and accountability of teachers and support staff through collaborative leadership, coaching, evidence-informed practices and high expectations for student learning and wellbeing.

- 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.Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

📌 EOI - Deputy Principal - Richmond State School
🏢 Queensland Department of Education
📍 Richmond