We are seeking a strategic instructional leader with strong curriculum knowledge to join the leadership team as Deputy Principal - Junior Secondary.

This role suits an innovative, relational and highly capable educational leader committed to improving student outcomes, leading high-performing teams and driving continuous school improvement.

Working closely with the Principal and Executive Leadership Team, you will support the strategic direction of the school and foster a positive, inclusive culture for students, staff and the broader P-12 community.

A key focus of this role is instructional leadership, ensuring high-quality curriculum delivery, strengthening evidence-informed teaching practices, and building staff capability to improve learning outcomes across Junior Secondary.

Job details

This is a temporary full-time position 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 College

Upper Coomera State College is a Prep to Year 12 campus providing a seamless educational journey for students aged 5 to 17.

The college delivers personalised learning pathways within a supportive and inclusive environment that values difference, effort and high expectations.

With a strong focus on STEM education, sporting excellence and the arts, the college provides innovative and engaging learning opportunities that challenge and extend students across all year levels.

In partnership with families, Upper Coomera State College prepares students with the skills, confidence and capability to succeed in their chosen future pathways, guided by the college motto, Learning Pathways to the Future.

Your opportunity

The key focus areas of the Deputy Principal (Junior Secondary) role include:

• Curriculum leadership and improvement across teaching and learning
• Leading and supporting Heads of Department to drive consistent instructional practice
• Instructional coaching and staff capability development
• Data-informed school improvement and decision-making
• Strengthening Junior Secondary transition and community partnerships
• Embedding a culture of high expectations for learning, wellbeing and achievement

How to Apply

• Attach a brief resume (3-page maximum) including contact details for 2 referees (referees should understand your relevant work history).
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the Role Description - Key Capabilities 1 to 4 only.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration 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 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
  
  SER690888_26T Role Description (PDF, 361KB)
  Role Description