Spinifex State College is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Deputy Principal to lead Junior Special Education and support inclusive, high-quality learning outcomes.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a diverse and supportive school community committed to equity and excellence.

Apply now to help shape inclusive education and support every learner’s success.

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:

Our school is the largest secondary school in the north west providing a quality education to students from Mount Isa and surrounding communities.

Our vision is to provide an education that develops clever, skilled and creative Spinifex graduates. We provide a wide range of learning opportunities to ensure that we are able to support the learning needs of our diverse student population.

Our students, staff, parents and community work closely together to identify each child's particular strengths and challenges and then to develop a learning program suited to their needs. Staff are focussed on working with students to support and challenge them to achieve to their potential.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

Our objectives are: a strong start for all children, every student realising their potential, fair and safe worAs the Deputy Principal (Special Education)

Responsibilities include:

• Improve the educational outcomes of all students in your school, especially those with disabilities 
• Develop the quality of teaching and learning   
• Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, the community and stakeholders.

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

Submit Your Application:

• 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 may 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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  NQR677941_26P Role Description (PDF, 211KB)
  Role Description