Deputy Principal
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
5 October 2026
Posted 11 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-12
School staff (FTE)
93.8
54.7 teaching · 39.1 non-teaching
Students per teacher
13.8:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
754
Indigenous students
6%
Language other than English
18%
Girls vs boys
382 girls · 372 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
St James Lutheran College is more than just a school, it’s a thriving learning community in the heart of Hervey Bay. We provide high-quality, innovative education from Kindergarten to Year 12, where curiosity is sparked, relationships are valued, and every child is known and cared for.
Join our team as a Deputy Principal (P-12)
Full-Time | Executive Leadership Position
Start date January 2027 or as negotiated
Are you an experienced and relational educational leader who is passionate about Christian education and building a thriving school community? St James Lutheran College is seeking an exceptional Deputy Principal (P-12) to join our Senior Leadership Team and work alongside the Principal to provide strategic, operational and people-focused leadership across our Kindergarten to Year 12 College.
This pivotal executive role supports the delivery of the College's Vision, Mission and Strategic Plan through leadership of staff development, college operations, student wellbeing, compliance, community engagement and continuous improvement initiatives. Working collaboratively with staff, students and families, you will help foster a Christ-centred culture where every member of our community can flourish.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Lead staff growth, recruitment and professional development
- Oversee College operations, systems and strategic initiatives
- Support student wellbeing, inclusion and support services
- Lead child safety, compliance and risk management practices
- Strengthen community engagement and family partnerships
- Support co-curricular, sport and student enrichment …