We are seeking an experienced, dynamic and visionary educational leader to join our school leadership team as Deputy Principal. Working closely with the Principal, the successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership to drive whole-school improvement, foster a positive and inclusive school culture, and promote excellence in teaching, learning and student wellbeing. The role requires an outstanding leader who can inspire and develop staff, build strong relationships with students, families and the wider community, and lead initiatives that improve student engagement, achievement and outcomes. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 21 January 2027 until 25 March 2027, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

About Us

Clontarf Beach State School is a thriving school community at the southern-most end of the Redcliffe Peninsula. The school has been an integral part of this community for 74 years and enjoys strong community connections. Our school takes great pride in the diversity within our student community revelling in the rich tapestry this brings to our social and cultural learning experiences. We are proud to partner our students through all facets of their learning where the focus is on Learning Together for a Lifetime. We acknowledge our students, staff and parents for their tireless commitment to building a strong school community with outstanding opportunities for all students.

About the Role

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Support the Principal in providing strategic leadership and direction to the school community, developing and implementing a shared educational vision that promotes excellence in teaching, learning and improved outcomes for all students, and deputise for the Principal as required.
• Demonstrate exemplary ethical, values-based and professional leadership, fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, high expectations and continuous improvement in student achievement and staff performance.
• Promote inclusive, equitable and socially just practices across the school, ensuring a safe, supportive and respectful learning environment where all students and staff are valued and empowered to succeed.
• Build and strengthen collaborative partnerships with parents, staff, government agencies, community organisations, industry and business to enhance student opportunities, community engagement and whole-school outcomes.
• Provide future-focused and strategic leadership through effective resource management, sound decision-making and compliance with relevant legislation and departmental policies, while demonstrating a commitment to lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.

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

How to apply

• Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history); and

• A 2-page response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of 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.

• MNR707148_26T - Role Description (PDF, 270KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants