Ipswich West Special School is seeking dedicated and experienced educational leaders to join the leadership team in two Deputy Principal opportunities.

Please specify which Deputy Principal position you are applying for in your application:

Deputy Principal (Special Education - Years 7-12) - leading educational programs and supporting high-quality outcomes for secondary students.

Deputy Principal (Special Education - Curriculum P-12) - leading curriculum development and implementation across the school to ensure high-quality teaching and learning for all students.

Ipswich West Special School provides educational programs for Prep to Year 12 students with diverse learning needs. We are transitioning to become a dedicated secondary special school, strengthening our focus on adolescence and successful post-school pathways.

Job details

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Position One - Deputy Principal (Special Education for Years 7-12)

Experience and knowledge

• Knowledge of QCIA and QCAA requirements.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Curriculum v9.0.
• Experience in senior schooling pathways, transition planning and post-school options.
• Experience developing and managing work experience programs.
• Experience in PATH planning to support student goal setting and future planning.
• Expertise in differentiated teaching strategies for diverse student needs.
• Special school experience is highly desirable.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the senior school cohort, working with staff, families, external agencies and community groups to improve student outcomes, learning and wellbeing.
• Lead behaviour support initiatives that foster a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Contribute to the school's reading priority.
• Manage competing priorities and contribute as a member of the Executive Leadership Team.

Position Two - Deputy Principal (Special Education – Curriculum P–12)

Experience and knowledge

• Strong knowledge of Australian Curriculum v9.0.
• Expertise in differentiated teaching strategies for diverse student needs.
• Proven success improving reading outcomes through evidence-based practice.
• Experience using data to inform teaching, learning and school improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Lead curriculum implementation aligned with the Australian Curriculum and school priorities.
• Drive the school's reading priority and embed effective literacy practices.
• Build staff capability through coaching, mentoring and professional learning with Heads of Department: Curriculum and teaching teams.
• Lead operational priorities, manage competing priorities and contribute as a member of the Executive Leadership Team.

How to Apply

• Attach a brief resume 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.
• Please specify which Deputy Principal position you are applying for (Special Education – Years 7–12) or Deputy Principal (Special Education – Curriculum P–12).
• Attach a copy of your mandatory requirements 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.

• Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MSR696315_26P - Role Description (PDF, 363KB)
  Role Description