Deputy Principal

1 week ago


Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia Education Full time
About the School

Pittsworth State High School is a co-educational secondary school located in the town of Pittsworth on the Darling Downs, west of Toowoomba.

Pittsworth enjoys a well-deserved reputation of academic excellence established over many years.

Students are offered the opportunity to follow many pathways into further study and employment through academic preparation along with school-based apprenticeships and training.

Young people graduate ready to achieve great futures.

Pittsworth State High School is a vibrant and progressive learning community, our vision is shaping futures; the futures of young people are the future of our society.

About the Role
As Deputy Principal, you will have responsibility for leading the following activities and delivery of the following key tasks:

  • 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 professional 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.
For a full list of mandatory requirements please see the attached role description.

Interested? To apply:

  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history).
  • Attach a maximum 2 page written statement outlining your suitability for the role referring to the key capabilities identified in the attached role description.


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.
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
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