Metropolitan South Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division

Mansfield State High School is seeking 2x Deputy Principals to join the leadership team. These temporary opportunities are available to commence:

• Term 4, 2026 and
• the start of the 2027 school year.

Working as part of a high-performing leadership team, you will contribute to school improvement, support staff and student success, and help deliver outstanding educational outcomes within one of Queensland's leading secondary school environments.

Job details

Position status	Fixed Term Temporary
Position type	Full-time
Occupational group	Education & Training
Classification	Stream 3 /Deputy Principal
Workplace Location	Brisbane - South
Job ad reference	QLD/MSR693115/26T
Closing date	13-Jul-2026
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration	Until 10 December 2027 unless otherwise determined
Contact person	Jefferson BROADWAY
Contact details	07 3452 5333 Access the National Relay Service

About the Department

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 the School

Located in Brisbane's south-east, Mansfield State High School is part of a well-established community with convenient access to major transport links, educational networks and professional development opportunities.

We are a high-performing secondary school recognised for academic excellence, high expectations and a strong culture of achievement.

About the Role

As Deputy Principal, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across key areas of the school, supporting high-quality teaching and learning, student engagement and wellbeing.

Working collaboratively with the Principal, leadership team and wider school community, you will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, build staff capability and help drive positive outcomes for students.

The successful applicant will demonstrate strong leadership capability, excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to fostering a culture of high expectations, inclusion and achievement.

How to Apply

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should understand your relevant work history).
• Attach a 2-page maximum best fit statement for the position of Deputy Principal.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the 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 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
  
  MSR693115_26T - Role Description (PDF, 362KB)
  Role Description