Deputy Principal - Narrabri High School
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
11 November 2026
Posted 29 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
56.1
43.7 teaching · 12.4 non-teaching
Students per teacher
9.6:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
420
Indigenous students
43%
Language other than English
5%
Girls vs boys
212 girls · 208 boys
Socio-educational background
Well below the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Narrabri High School is a comprehensive, co-educational secondary school serving students from Year 7 to Year 12, located in Narrabri, New South Wales. The school operates under the NSW public education system and offers a broad curriculum designed to meet the needs of secondary students across all year levels. The school's specialisms span STEM and science, music programs, creative arts, and sporting excellence, providing students with diverse pathways to pursue their interests and strengths beyond the core curriculum. These offerings reflect a genuine breadth of opportunity for students at different stages of their secondary education. Staffing at Narrabri High School includes student learning support officers (SLSOs) working directly in classrooms alongside teaching staff. The school also provides teaching and learning adjustments for students who require additional support, alongside dedicated wellbeing and counselling services. Together, these resources reflect a practical investment in ensuring students receive targeted academic and personal support throughout their schooling. The school's vision centres on building a strong partnership in learning between the school and its community, with the aim of collaboratively empowering all students to become confident, resilient, self-directed, and successful learners in preparation for their future.
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Narrabri High School is a vibrant rural comprehensive secondary school situated in the heart of Narrabri, in north-western New South Wales. The school proudly reflects the diverse backgrounds and aspirations of its community, serving approximately 410 students from Years 7 to 12 and with 180 students currently indentifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Narrabri High School is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their personal best. The school offers a broad curriculum, including academic, vocational, and extracurricular programs, catering to the varied interests and pathways of its students. Strong connections with local community organisations and industry partners further support student learning and wellbeing. Narrabri High School fosters a culture of respect, excellence, and lifelong learning, empowering young people to thrive and contribute positively to society.