James Nash State High School is seeking an exceptional instructional and strategic leader to join our executive team in the temporary role of Deputy Principal.
The successful applicant will bring expertise in leading school improvement, driving student engagement and belonging, and leading a whole-school approach to inclusion with focus on the Learner.
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!
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 .
Who We Are
James Nash State High School is located in the Wide Bay region of Queensland and is serviced by the Department of Education's North Coast region.
Set on the northern outskirts of Gympie, James Nash High was founded in 1977 and has a current enrolment of 1,100 students.
We measure our success when our students move beyond school into work and/or further study and pride ourselves on consistently outperforming both the state and region in these metrics.
In doing so, we live up to our vision of 'empowered learners leading a life of choice'.
Step Into Your Next Chapter
- Assist the Principal to lead the school community through the early childhood development program (ECDP) to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Deputise for the Principal when required.
- Uphold the deputy principalship as a values based, ethical and moral activity.
- Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
- Set high standards for student and staff performance.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
Submit Your Application
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page response to the How you may be assessed section of the attached role description.
- Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in 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
