We are seeking an experienced educator with staff, student, curriculum and pedagogical leadership capability, to undertake this permanent Deputy Principal role.

As the school grows rapidly towards 2440 students by 2030, you will balance strategic planning with the rising operational demands of building and shaping something special from the ground up.

If you are an instructional leader with highly developed interpersonal skills, we are keen to hear from you as the school prepares to open in 2027 with approximately 440-660 Year 7 and 8 students.

Job details

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.

Your opportunity

This vacancy is a rare opportunity for a dynamic and enthusiastic instructional leader who can develop, implement and quality assure a whole school curriculum, effective teaching & learning strategies and student engagement and welfare programs.

You will play a key role in establishing the foundation team, developing staff capability, embedding sustainable practices and building an high-performing teaching culture as the school grows and evolves.

Highly developed technical and interpersonal skills will be essential in building the capacity of Heads of Department and other staff. 

You will be required to work collaboratively with leaders of local primary schools. You will be responsible for achieving the Brighter Futures 'On Track for Success' indicators which encompass successful primary to secondary school transition.

As the school grows each year, you will be required to ensure that students are able to transition to senior secondary pathways of choice and be 'Ready for the Future'.

You will be a contributing member of the foundation curriculum, teaching and learning team and add value to the evolution of the school as it develops over time.

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

How to Apply

• Attach a resume (3-page maximum)including contact details for 2 referees (referees should understand your relevant work history).
• Attach a written response (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description 'How you will be assessed' section. *No covering letter.
• 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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  SER690051_26P - Role Description (PDF, 361KB)
  Role Description