Deputy Principal
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
15 November 2026
Posted 30 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-12
School staff (FTE)
181.2
100.1 teaching · 81.1 non-teaching
Students per teacher
10.1:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,010
Indigenous students
61%
Language other than English
36%
Girls vs boys
502 girls · 508 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
Western Cape College is seeking an experience Deputy Principal ￂ Primary, to join the College for the 2027 year.
This role is being offered on a temporary basis for 12 months, unless otherwise determined.
Apply now to join Western Cape College as Deputy Principal ￂ Primary and help lead a supportive learning environment that promotes student achievement, staff development and positive outcomes for the school community.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream 3 /Deputy PrincipalWorkplace LocationFar North QldJob ad referenceQLD/FNR705988/26TClosing date15-Nov-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationUntil 03 Dec 2027 unless otherwise determinedContact personAmanda AllenderContact details07 4090 6444Access the National Relay Service
About the Department of Education:
Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.
Our College:
Western Cape College is the largest P-12 school in Cape York, with campuses located in Mapoon (P-6), and Weipa (P-12), as well as a secondary residential boarding facility also located in …