Deputy Principal - Secondary
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
9 September 2026
Posted 26 Aug 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Hughenden State School
School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-12
School staff (FTE)
23.3
13.6 teaching · 9.7 non-teaching
Students per teacher
8.5:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
115
Indigenous students
25%
Language other than English
1%
Girls vs boys
56 girls · 59 boys
Socio-educational background
Well below the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
North Queensland Region - School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
We are seeking an inspiring, values-driven and strategic Deputy Principal to join our school leadership team and work collaboratively with the Principal, staff, students, families and wider community to achieve outstanding educational outcomes for every student. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educational leader who is committed to lifelong learning and passionate about creating a high-performing, supportive and inclusive school community.
Job details
Position statusPermanentPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream 3 /Deputy PrincipalWorkplace LocationNorth West QldJob ad referenceQLD/NQR699355/26PClosing date09-Sep-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationContact personRayleen BROWNContact details07 4741 2111Access the National Relay Service
About Us:
Hughenden State School was established in 1880 and is a P-12 campus in the Longreach District. It is situated 380 km west of Townsville and 320 km north of Longreach, where the district office is sited. Hughenden is the main centre of the Flinders Shire which covers an area of 41 632 sq. km. Sheep, cattle and grazing are the main industries in the shire, with Queensland Rail, Shire Council and local businesses the major employers.
Hughenden State School is committed to providing every child with a balanced education in a supportive environment.
We value home, school and community par…