Tullawong State High School is seeking an experienced and strategic Deputy Principal to lead school improvement initiatives, support the Year 7/8 cohort and drive excellence in teaching, learning and curriculum delivery. The Deputy Principal position provides an opportunity to work collaboratively with the Principal, Executive Leader Team and our school community to deliver high-quality educational outcomes for all students. The successful applicant will play a key role in leading and supporting the management of the Year 7 and 8 cohorts with a strong focus on student engagement, wellbeing and achievement. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 21 January 2027 until 25 June 2027, unless otherwise determined. This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

About Us
At Tullawong, our vision is clear: Empowering students to reach their full potential. We achieve this through our mission: Fostering a positive culture for learning, enabling all students to create their future. Complementing our vision and mission is our school motto: Soaring to great heights. These guiding statements come to life through our four core values
- Courage, Integrity, Diligence, and Respect
- which we explicitly teach through a Positive Behaviour for Learning framework. We take pride in our inclusive school environment, where every child is nurtured and challenged to soar. Our commitment is to ensure that every student is supported to achieve their full potential through access to a wide range of learning opportunities.

About The Role
The role will also lead whole-school priorities relating to curriculum resourcing, teaching and learning improvement, and effective use of school resources to support student success.



Applicants should demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, a commitment to inclusive practices and the ability to lead sustainable school improvement initiatives within a collaborative environment. Responsibilities Include, But Not Limited To
• Support the Principal in providing strategic leadership and direction, fostering a shared educational vision that promotes excellence, equity and improved learning outcomes for all students.
• Demonstrate ethical, values-driven leadership by embedding socially just, inclusive and culturally responsive practices while maintaining high standards of professional conduct and accountability.
• Drive a high-performance culture by establishing clear expectations for student and staff achievement, promoting continuous improvement, and supporting ongoing professional learning and development.
• Build and strengthen cooperative partnerships with parents, government agencies, community organisations, industry and business to enhance student opportunities and strengthen school-community relationships.
• Provide strategic and future-focused leadership, deputise for the Principal when required, ensure compliance with relevant legislation and departmental policies, and effectively manage school resources to achieve organisational priorities and 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 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. Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply. Occupational group Education & Training

📌 EOI - Deputy Principal - Tullawong State High School (Australia)
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