Pallara State School is seeking an innovative and dynamic Deputy Principal (Primary) to join its leadership team.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead teaching and learning, foster a positive and inclusive school culture, and work collaboratively with staff, students and the wider community to achieve outstanding outcomes.

Apply now to help shape the future of learning at Pallara State School.

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:

Pallara State School is a high performing school with a high-quality staff and vibrant, close-knit school community.

We value and protect our reputation as an excellent school with a friendly caring community. Pallara State School provides all students with a sense of belonging, inclusive and supportive environment in which to foster high quality education and personal development.

The school caters for approximately 1400 students from a diverse, multicultural and predominately average socio-economic background.

The diversity of the Pallara community brings richness and broad cultural experiences to the school.  

Your Opportunity:

Pallara State School recently opened their second campus at the beginning of 2026 due to expanding enrolments and now operate in a dual campus model.  

The Deputy Principal will work in conjunction with other leaders to drive improvement across their sector and enhance the quality of teaching and learning.  

Additionally, you will cultivate positive relationships amongst students, teachers and the community, ensuring a collaborative environment that supports growth and success for all. 

As Deputy Principal, you will also lead and manage other strategic and operational priorities aligned to the school's and department's strategic plans. 

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.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume (3-page maximum) including contact details for 2 referees (referees should understand your relevant work history).
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the Role Description - Key Capabilities 1 to 4 only.
• 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 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
  
  MSR694374_26T Role Description (PDF, 270KB)
  Role Description