We are seeking an Acting Deputy Principal who is an instructional leader with a strong moral purpose and a deep commitment to improving outcomes for every student.

The successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to lead with clarity, build collective efficacy, and align their work to our Explicit Improvement Agenda—particularly in reading and student engagement.

They will be highly skilled in using data to inform teaching and learning, leading professional conversations, and ensuring consistent, high-quality practices across classrooms.

A visible, relational leader, they will foster trust, support staff capability, and actively contribute to a culture where every learner feels connected, confident, and successful.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

Job details

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:

The Gap State School blends strong academic excellence with a supportive, inclusive culture and deep community connections. 

Since 1912, our proud traditions combine with future-focused practices to ensure every student feels connected, supported, and empowered to thrive as confident, successful learners.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

The role requires a leader who can think strategically while acting responsively—someone who can build strong systems, lead change, and work collaboratively with staff, students, and the community.

We are looking for a Deputy Principal who demonstrates distributed leadership, empowers others to lead, and builds sustainable practices through coaching, feedback, and professional learning.

Strong communication, organisational capability, and a commitment to inclusive education and wellbeing are essential.

Above all, we are seeking a leader who embodies The Gap Way, contributes positively to our team culture, and is motivated to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and community.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist the Principal to lead the school community 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 written statement in response to 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.

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 Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

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

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MNR684565_26T Role Description (PDF, 253KB)
  Role Description