Deputy Principal - Norfolk Island Central School

We are looking for an experienced and highly capable Deputy Principal (Secondary) to complement the existing workforce. As Norfolk Island is a very close-knit community you will not only be a critical part of the success of the school but be able to demonstrate commitment to supporting strong community engagement activities.

Job details

From 2022, the Queensland Department of Education commenced delivery of educational services on Norfolk Island on behalf of the Australian Government. We are looking for an experienced and highly capable Deputy Principal (Secondary) to complement the existing workforce. As Norfolk Island is a very close-knit community you will not only be a critical part of the success of the school but be able to demonstrate commitment to supporting strong community engagement activities. The successful applicant will contribute towards and be accountable for the provision of a comprehensive student support program that is responsive to the identified and changing needs of students enrolled at the school.

About Us:

Norfolk 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 Role:

As the Deputy Principal (Secondary), you will demonstrate knowledge, skills and attributes in the following:

• Exceptional communication and highly developed interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated expertise and leadership to plan, guide and support quality curriculum implementation, systems, and processes.
• Strong visible leader with an understanding of the opportunities and complexities in leading a rural and remote P-12 school.
• Demonstrated capacity to build authentic connections with students, parents, and community to strengthen a culture of productive educational partnerships to enhance learning, wellbeing, attendance, and engagement for all students.
• Demonstrated expertise on all school operations matters including whole school behaviour management and One school functionality.
• Manage school resources strategically to achieve organisational goals, with a sound understanding of relevant legislation and policy frameworks.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

Inersted? How to apply:

• Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor and be in a position to provide reflections to the panel of their observation of your skills and capabilities); and
• A maximum 2-page written response outlining your suitability for the role and critical capabilities you bring to Norfolk Island Central School. Please frame this in the context of the information included in the attached role description, particularly the key capabilities under the "How you will be Assessed" section and the "your role" and "your opportunity" sections.

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

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  DSR680624_26T - Role Description (PDF, 205KB)
  Role Description