Deputy Principal
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
19 November 2026
Posted 6 Nov 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-6
School staff (FTE)
41.1
24.5 teaching · 16.6 non-teaching
Students per teacher
12.4:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
303
Indigenous students
43%
Language other than English
9%
Girls vs boys
144 girls · 159 boys
Socio-educational background
Well below the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
North Queensland Region - School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
We are seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic and highly capable Deputy Principal to support the Principal in providing strategic leadership and driving excellence across all aspects of school operations. As Deputy Principal, you will demonstrate strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills, a commitment to high-quality teaching and learning, and the ability to inspire, support and develop staff to achieve the best possible outcomes for all students. This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative and collaborative educational leader who is passionate about school improvement, staff development and creating an environment where every student and staff member can thrive. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 21 January 2027 until 10 December 2027, unless otherwise determined.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream 3 /Deputy PrincipalWorkplace LocationTownsville regionJob ad referenceQLD/NQR706692/26TClosing date19-Nov-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationUntil 10 December 2027 unless otherwise determinedContact personBradley COEY-BRADDONContact details0421 994 000Access the National Relay Service
About Us
At Kelso State School, we are committed to providing every student with the best possible start through high expectations, quality teaching and learning, meaningful support and strong engagem…