Shailer Park State School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Principal to lead and support teaching and learning in Prep to Year 2. This is an exciting opportunity to join a committed team focused on delivering high-quality education and fostering a strong foundation for early years learners.

Job details

About the Department

The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle. 

About the School

Shailer Park State School provides your family with a safe and disciplined learning environment. Our school utilises the latest in technology to support and enhance student learning in the national curriculum. Classrooms are digitally rich learning environments that act as a portal to the world.

About the Role

• Lead the strategic Engagement and Partnerships portfolio, including community events, parent communication, Indigenous Education, and international study initiatives.

• Oversee key programs such as Signature Programs (dance and sport), student transitions, and the implementation of the Code of Conduct.

• Support staff development through induction processes and mentoring of pre-service teachers.

• Demonstrate strong curriculum knowledge in the Early Years (Prep-2), with expertise in The Arts, HPE, LOTE, and Technology.

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

Interested? To Apply

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description "How you will be assessed" section.

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.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.

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 candidate information fact sheet and follow the instruct

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  SER636715_25T- Role Description (PDF, 240KB)
  Role Description