We are seeking a Deputy Principal with a focus on School Culture & Inclusion is a key leadership position to join Narangba Valley State High School (NVSHS), responsible for fostering a positive school culture that promotes student engagement, wellbeing, and academic success.

This role is offered on a permanent full-time basis.

Job details

About Narangba Valley High School

Narangba Valley High School is a high-performing secondary school located in North Brisbane, with approximately 2,000 students. Committed to academic excellence and student wellbeing, the school provides a supportive and challenging learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their best.

Through strong leadership, innovative programs, and a focus on holistic education, Narangba Valley High School fosters success and personal growth for all students.
Narangba Valley State High School is a beacon of educational excellence where collaboration between educators, parents, and the community cultivates unparalleled learning experiences. Through strong partnerships, we support students in transitioning from school to further education and employment. Additionally, we have established a strategic alliance with local primary schools, working collaboratively to promote public education and ensure a smooth transition for students from primary to high school.

Embracing our motto, 'Challenging the Future,' we embolden our students to think critically, innovate boldly, and make meaningful contributions to society. Guided by our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Commitment, we are passionately committed to shaping the future for young Queenslanders, one student at a time.

About the Role

The Deputy Principal - School Culture & Inclusion is a key leadership position at Narangba Valley State High School (NVSHS), responsible for fostering a positive school culture that promotes student engagement, wellbeing, and academic success.

This role leads the school's approach to Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL), the House system, the student support framework, and First Nations education, ensuring that every student is supported to reach their potential. The Deputy Principal also oversees student transition programs, building strong relationships with feeder primary schools to support a seamless transition into high school. Additionally, the role contributes to the school's strategic direction and improvement agenda, models and promotes the school's values and expectations, and collaborates with the Principal and Deputy Principal team to ensure a positive and inclusive school environment.

A key aspect of this role is leading student wellbeing initiatives and overseeing the Organisational Health Plan to support staff wellbeing. This involves working closely with the Wellbeing Committee to review and implement strategies that enhance staff morale, work-life balance, and professional support. Additionally, the Deputy Principal plays a vital role in student leadership development, supporting student leaders across all year levels to foster leadership skills, school pride, and active student voice.

Each Deputy Principal at NVSHS also leads a year-level team dedicated to the wellbeing, engagement, and academic achievement of students. This role is currently responsible for Year 9, working closely with the Year Level Leader, Year Level Guidance Officer, Case Managers and support staff to drive student success.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

How to Apply

• Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history).

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. 

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). 

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• MNR637407_25P - Role Description (PDF, 144KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants