The Deputy Principal (Special Education), known locally as DP Inclusion, is a vital member of the Executive Leadership Team at Tara Shire State College.

We are looking for a visionary leader with experience and specific knowledge and skills in the leadership of students with disabilities in a P-12 context.

Continuing the College's inclusion journey and supporting the Tara cluster schools and utilising the DP Inclusion's expertise in maximising outcomes for all students is an essential aspect of the role.

If thisd sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

Job details

About the Department of Education:

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.

Who We Are:

Located in the heart of the Western Downs, Tara Shire State College is a unique Prep to Year 12 school that provides a seamless learning journey from early childhood through to senior secondary.

The college is known for its strong community connections, inclusive approach, and diverse learning opportunities, including agriculture, vocational pathways, and extracurricular programs.

Its Special Education Program works alongside mainstream classrooms to deliver personalised support, fostering inclusion while helping every student thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

• Assist the Principal to lead the school community through the school special education program (SEP) or early childhood development program (ECDP) 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.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page response to the How you will be assessed section of the attached role description.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in 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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  DSR694538_26T Role Description (PDF, 291KB)
  Role Description