An exciting opportunity is available for a Deputy Principal (Prep - Year 6) to join the team at Norfolk Island Central School from 22 January 2026. We are seeking an experienced and highly capable school leader to assist the Principal in leading a dedicated workforce. As part of a close-knit island community, you will play a critical role in the school's success and demonstrate commitment to strong community engagement activities. The successful applicant will contribute to, and be accountable for, the provision of all educational services across the school.
About The DepartmentThe Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle. About The SchoolNorfolk Island Central School is located approximately 1400 km east of Byron Bay in the South Pacific.
Since 2022, the Queensland Department of Education has delivered educational services on Norfolk Island on behalf of the Australian Government. Our school caters for approximately 300 students from Prep to Year 12 and takes great pride in delivering high-quality educational and wellbeing outcomes. Guided by the school motto Play the Game , and values of respect, responsibility, resilience and honesty, our staff work in close partnership with the community to offer a broad curriculum that includes academic, sporting and cultural opportunities.
Our school embraces the island's unique historical traditions and proudly teaches Norfolk Language and Culture across Prep to Year 10, helping preserve local heritage for future generations. Staff work with significant levels of dedication and commitment, to serve our students and community. About The RoleAs Deputy Principal (Prep - Year 6), you will demonstrate knowledge, skills and attributes in the following: Assist the Principal to lead the primary school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students. Lead school wide improvement priorities utilising instructional and relational leadership skills.
Effective use of data to inform teaching and learning, school processes and manage resources to achieve goals. Expertise in P- 6 Australian curriculum delivery, pedagogy, differentiation and classroom managementExperience in leading the change management of reading instruction in alignment with the Department's Reading Commitment. Uphold the deputy principalship as a values based, ethical and moral activity. Embed socially just practices in daily school life with a focus on restorative practices in the classroom. Set high standards for student and staff performance. Active participants in life long learning and ongoing professional development.
Form partnerships with parents, other government agencies, community groups, industry and business. Futures oriented and strategic. Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling. Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. Interested? To ApplyAttach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history). Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the Role Description. Attach a copy of your mandatory requirements outlined in the 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. When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services. Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1. 0 FTE). The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
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