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Deputy Principal - Deception Bay State High School
Metropolitan North Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Deception Bay State High School is seeking a Deputy Principal to join it's team
This is your opportunity to inspire staff, champion student achievement and help shape a positive, inclusive learning environment.
Ready to lead the way? Apply now and take the next step in your educational leadership journey!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 3 /Deputy Principal |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/MNR705209/26T |
| Closing date | 08-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 25 June 2027 unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Goldy Sodhi |
| Contact details | 07 3897 2222 Access the National Relay Service |
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.
About us:
Deception Bay State High School is committed to helping every student achieve their personal best in a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment.
Through strong partnerships with families and the wider community, the school delivers future-focused learning that builds confidence, creativity and the skills students need to succeed.
Your opportunity:
We are seeking a collaborative leader who will demonstrate the ability to:
- Lead teaching and learning and develop staff capability via the Whole School Approach to Pedagogy.
- Lead the school's Inclusion Pillar and implement inclusive practices and coordinate effective student support.
- Use evidence and evaluation to guide continued improvement.
- Build trust through strong interpersonal skills, communication and collaboration.
- Strengthen school culture, student belonging and engagement.
- Manage behaviour and social emotion needs of the year 7 cohort.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
Interested? To Apply:
- 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.
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.
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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
Information Package for Applicants
MNR705209_26T Role Description (PDF, 272KB)
Role Description
