Deputy Principal
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
K12
Salary range
Closing date
12 November 2026
Posted 28 Oct 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Cooktown State School
School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-12
School staff (FTE)
50.5
34.4 teaching · 16.1 non-teaching
Students per teacher
10.9:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
376
Indigenous students
59%
Language other than English
45%
Girls vs boys
189 girls · 187 boys
Socio-educational background
Well below the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Far North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Are you ready to take the next step in your educational leadership career?
Cooktown State School is seeking a dedicated Deputy Principal to support school leadership, strengthen teaching and learning, and foster a positive and inclusive environment where students and staff can thrive.
Apply now to make a meaningful contribution to the Cooktown State School community and help drive positive educational outcomes for every student.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream 3 /Deputy PrincipalWorkplace LocationFar North QldJob ad referenceQLD/FNR705777/26TClosing date12-Nov-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationUntil 10 Dec 2027 unless otherwise determinedContact personMark McLoughlinContact details07 4082 0222Access the National Relay Service
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