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Deputy Principal - South Rock State School
South East Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
South Rock State School is seeking an experienced, relational and evidence-informed leader to join our growing leadership team.
This temporary position is available for commencement 21 January 2027 until 25 March 2026, unless otherwise determined.
If you are passionate about fostering a positive school culture and supporting quality learning outcomes for all students, apply now to make a meaningful difference in our school community!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 3 /Deputy Principal |
| Workplace Location | Logan - Beaudesert |
| Job ad reference | QLD/SER704160/26T |
| Closing date | 16-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 25 March 2026, unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Aaron Jones |
| Contact details | 07 5505 7111 Access the National Relay Service |
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.
About us:
South Rock State School is a welcoming and inclusive school community focused on building pride, belonging and positive learning experiences for all students.
With a strong emphasis on collaboration between staff, students and families, the school provides engaging opportunities across academic, sporting, artistic and cultural activities, encouraging every student to achieve their best and celebrate their success.
Your opportunity:
- Support the Principal in shaping and promoting a shared educational vision that delivers positive learning outcomes for all students, and act in the Principal's position when required.
- Demonstrate ethical and values-based leadership while fostering fairness and socially just practices throughout the school community.
- Promote high standards of student and staff performance and maintain a commitment to ongoing professional learning and development.
- Build strong partnerships with parents, government agencies, community groups, industry and business to support the school's educational goals.
- Apply strategic, future-focused thinking while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies and managing resources effectively to achieve school objectives.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
Applicants should provide:
- A brief resume, preferably no more than 3 pages, including contact details for two professional referees. At least one referee should have recent knowledge of the applicant's performance in a supervisory capacity; and
- A maximum 2-page written response addressing the "How you will be assessed" or "Competencies" section of the role description.
In preparing the written response, applicants are encouraged to draw on evidence of their capacity to:
- Lead inclusive student-support, behaviour, wellbeing, attendance and intervention systems;
- Use data and evidence to determine priorities, deploy resources and evaluate impact;
- Build the capability and accountability of teachers and support staff; and
- Provide strategic and operational leadership within a rapidly growing school context.
Applicants are encouraged to contact the Principal, Aaron Jones, for a confidential discussion regarding the position and the school context.
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.
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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
Information Package for Applicants
SER704160_26T Role Description (PDF, 271KB)
Role Description
