Are you passionate about empowering every student to succeed in their learning, wellbeing and future pathways? Tullawong State School is seeking a collaborative and instructional Deputy Principal to help lead our inclusive and dynamic learning community. This role requires a visionary person with drive to lead the years 3 to 6 team with a strong focus on high impact and inclusive teaching practices which foster a culture of collaboration, respect and engagement across our school community.
This is a temporary full-time position commencing 22 January 2026 until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!
About Us
Tullawong State School has a history of providing an excellent education in a family friendly, supportive environment where all learners are valued and respected. We offer our learners a wide range of curricular and extra- curricular opportunities.
Our school name comes from an Aboriginal word meaning ‘Mountain Magpie'. Our logo depicts the Glasshouse Mountains, a local geographical feature, with a Mountain Magpie in the foreground. While the school name and logo draws from our past, our school motto ‘We are our Future' is forward-looking and seeks to inspire our young learners with a real sense of purpose.
About The Role
Responsibilities include, but not limited to;
- Leadership & Vision: Support the Principal in leading the school community to develop and enact a shared educational vision focused on quality learning outcomes for all students, deputising for the Principal when required.
- Ethical & Values-Based Practice: Model and uphold ethical, moral, and values-driven leadership while embedding socially just practices in all aspects of school life.
- Performance & Professional Growth: Set and maintain high standards for staff and student performance, and actively engage in lifelong learning and professional development.
- Collaboration & Partnerships: Build and sustain strong partnerships with parents, government agencies, community organisations, industry, and business to enhance learning opportunities.
- Strategic Management: Apply sound understanding of educational policy, legislation, and resource management to ensure strategic, future-oriented school operations.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How To Apply
- Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
- A 2-pg response to the How you will be Assessed section of the attached role description.
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 accepted.
Occupational group Education & Training
