We are seeking an experienced, inclusive and visionary Deputy Principal - Special Education to provide strategic leadership in strengthening inclusive education, student wellbeing and learning outcomes across the school. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to equity, inclusion and high expectations for every student, alongside exceptional leadership, communication and relationship-building skills to foster a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment where all students are valued, empowered and enabled to reach their full potential. This is a temporary full-time position until 10 December 2027, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

About Us

Strettoon State College opened in 2006 and has quickly forged a well-deserved reputation as a high performing school. In 2023, our enrolment is predicted to consist of 3450 students. As a large P-12 metropolitan school, we are in the unique position to be able to provide our students with the opportunities, choice, community and room for growth that makes a Stretton education so special.

Our over-arching goal at Stretton State College is to nurture and develop each individual student so that after 13 years of education with us, they leave school with the skills, knowledge and values necessary to be a world-ready citizen. When students graduate from Stretton at the end of Year 12, they take with them the skills and attributes to make a positive difference to their world - a fast-moving world filled with uncertainty and complexity, a world where relationships need to be enhanced and nurtured.

About the Role

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Lead the development and implementation of inclusive practices that empower every student to access learning, participate purposefully, achieve academic success and demonstrate continuous growth.
• Build teacher capability and promote evidence-informed, high-quality teaching practices that improve student outcomes and align with school and departmental priorities.
• Monitor and analyse student data relating to achievement, engagement, behaviour, attendance and effort to identify trends, implement targeted interventions and support student progress and wellbeing.
• Lead and collaborate with the Leadership Team to implement the school vision, strategic plan and Annual Implementation Plan (AIP), embedding socially just practices, recognising student achievement and ensuring no student is left behind.
• Develop and sustain positive partnerships with staff, students, parents and external agencies to strengthen student inclusion, support case management and promote a safe, supportive and engaging school environment.

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 work history); and

• A 2-page response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the attached role description. Use 10 point font or greater.

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.

• Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MSR704243_26T - Role Description (PDF, 271KB)
  Role Description