Lead with impact as Deputy Principal at New Farm State School, driving improved outcomes for every student through high-quality teaching and learning.

This temporary role until 11 December 2026, suits an instructional leader with strong moral purpose, who builds clarity of direction and fosters a culture of collective responsibility for student success.

Work closely with staff to strengthen classroom practice, using data-informed approaches to guide improvement and support consistent, evidence-based teaching across the school.

Job details

This is a temporary full-time position to commence from 13 July 2026 until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined.

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.

Our school

Located just minutes from Brisbane's CBD, New Farm State School offers a vibrant inner-city learning environment where high expectations, community connection, and student engagement are central to daily practice.

As part of a collaborative and committed staff team, you will work in a highly visible school setting that values professional growth, shared practice, and continuous improvement in teaching and learning.

Your opportunity

As a visible and relational leader, you will build trust, grow staff capability, and lead professional conversations that support ongoing development and shared expectations.  You will play a key role in shaping a positive, inclusive school culture where every learner feels connected, confident, and able to succeed.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assist the Principal to lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision-focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Deputise for the Principal when required.
• Uphold the deputy principalship as a values based, ethical and moral activity.
• Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
• Set high standards for student and staff performance.
• Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
• Form partnerships with parents, other government agencies, community groups, industry and business.

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

How to Apply

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should understand your relevant work history).
• Attach a written response (2-page maximum) as per Role Description 'How you will be assessed' section. 
• 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
  
  MNR689949_26T - Role Description (PDF, 362KB)
  Role Description