Albany Creek State School are seeking applications for a Deputy Principal to contribute positively to our team culture and committed to providing challenging and supportive learning for all students.

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.

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

Job details

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

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: 

Albany Creek Primary School was established in 1874 and opened in 1875. It remained a small country school until the mid-1970's when nearby housing developments caused a rapid growth in school population.

Albany Creek Primary currently has a student population of approximately 720 students from prep to year six. 

Our school has a strong and proud history. We offer a high-quality learning program, where we strive to ensure students have fun, are challenged, and grow as learners and citizens.

We offer a broad range of events and opportunities for students, including instrumental music, choirs, leadership opportunities, Interschool-sport Gala Days.

We have a number of long-standing Arts events including our Speaking Competition, Kerribee and participation in Creative Generation.  

Step Into Your Next Chapter: 

• 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 response to the How you will 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.

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.

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, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MNR686922_26E Role Description (PDF, 254KB)
  Role Description