Gaven State School is seeking a temporary full-time Deputy Principal (Curriculum focus) commencing 20 April 2026 until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined. You will provide instructional leadership, support staff development, and drive student engagement across senior primary school years. This is a temporary leadership opportunity to influence school programs and contribute to a positive, high-performing learning environment.

Job details

About Us:

Gaven State School takes pride in providing a supportive and nurturing climate where every child can feel that they belong and can achieve success. Our school community provides a positive environment where our students are empowered by and engaged in high quality, authentic learning experiences preparing them for future success.

Creating balance between academic achievement, student wellbeing and growing the whole child is an essential part of our school goals.

 Explicit teaching and modelling of schoolwide positive behaviour attributes of being safe, responsible and being a learner are fore fronted daily and celebrated as a school on assemblies. These expectations underpin the relationships within our school.

Our teaching and learning is guided by the Australian Curriculum V9 and is premised on high expectations for students, particularly in the areas of literacy and numeracy. Strategic curriculum planning across year levels ensures continuity of teaching for improved student outcomes. Inclusive practices and differentiation cater for the diverse range of student abilities, interests, social and cultural backgrounds.

About the Role:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

• Support and deputise for the Principal in leading a shared vision focused on high-quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Model ethical, values-based leadership and embed inclusive, socially just practices.
• Maintain high standards for student achievement and staff performance.
• Build strong partnerships with families, agencies, community, and industry while engaging in ongoing professional learning.
• Demonstrate strategic, future-focused leadership with sound knowledge of legislation and effective resource management.

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

How to apply:

• Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 2-page response to the How you will be Assessed section of 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.

• SER679835_26T - Role Description (PDF, 204KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants