Deception Bay State High School is seeking a Deputy Principal to join our leadership team to continue to build on the outstanding work that has occurred in the "Pathways" Pillar.

The role requires collaborative and future-focused leader with exceptional interpersonal, organisational, and decision-making skills, who is committed to evidence informed practice, innovation, and equity for every student.

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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:

Deception Bay State High School is a vibrant and inclusive Year 7-12 school committed to empowering learners to thrive.

Serving a diverse and growing community, the school fosters a culture of belonging, high expectations and continuous improvement, providing students with rich learning opportunities and strong pathways for future success.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

The Pathways Pillar encompasses responsibility for student wellbeing and conduct in year 11 and 12. The role is multi-faceted with oversight of all components of senior schooling.  

This includes an innovative approach to a compressed senior for QCAA General subjects, a vibrant VET program, supervising RTO status for partner schools and an alternative schooling program for disengaged students from year 7 to 12.

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.
• Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.

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, 286KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MNR694685_25T Role Description (PDF, 290KB)
  Role Description