This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.
About Us
Spinifex State College - Mount Isa opened in 2003 after community consultation determined that the two previous state high schools - Mount Isa State High School and Kalkadoon State High School - should merge.
Spinifex State College - Mount Isa is a three campus educational facility. Commencing 2015 junior campus will cater to years 7-9, senior campus years 10-12 and the boarding campus.
As the largest secondary school in North West Queensland, we are proud to provide a high-quality education to students from Mount Isa and surrounding communities. Ours is a college built on opportunity, connection, and a deep belief in the potential of every young person.
Our vision is to develop clever, skilled, and creative Spinifex graduates. We are equally committed to ensuring that our students develop a robust sense of identity, belonging, and cultural understanding. We value and celebrate the rich cultural diversity of our community, particularly the knowledge, stories, and perspectives of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and families.
About the Role
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 collaborative 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 1-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. Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.

📌 EOI - Deputy Principal - Spinifex State College - Mount Isa - Junior Campus (Queensland)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Queensland