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Deputy Principal - Murgon State School
Darling Downs South West Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on student learning and school improvement?
Murgon State School is seeking a dedicated Deputy Principal to support school leadership, foster a positive learning environment and work collaboratively with staff, students and the wider community to achieve quality educational outcomes.
Apply now to take the next step in your leadership career and help shape positive outcomes for the Murgon State School community.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 3 /Deputy Principal |
| Workplace Location | Wide Bay |
| Job ad reference | QLD/DSR705557/26T |
| Closing date | 11-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 25 March 2027 unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Karen Kliese |
| Contact details | 07 4169 8333 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.
Murgon State School is a Partnership Initiative School:
The Partnership Initiative recognises that a small number of schools in Queensland need extra, coordinated support to respond to local challenges and opportunities.
This support involves different parts of government working together to create effective solutions for these communities.
These schools are committed to working beyond the classroom, partnering with families and communities to make shared decisions.
This approach helps ensure that every student has the best possible chance to succeed at school. The Partnership Initiative includes several parts that operate at both the school level and the broader system level. Together, these parts help schools respond more effectively to local needs and priorities.
Your opportunity:
- Support the Principal in leading the school community to establish a shared educational vision that delivers quality learning outcomes for all students, and act on behalf of the Principal when required.
- Demonstrate ethical, values-based leadership and incorporate socially just practices into everyday school life.
- Promote high standards of performance for students and staff, while actively engaging in ongoing professional learning and development.
- Establish partnerships with parents, government agencies, community groups, industry and business.
- Apply strategic and future-focused thinking, maintain an understanding of relevant education legislation and policies, and manage resources to achieve school goals.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
The perfect fit:
- Demonstrated capacity to provide curriculum leadership leading to the achievement of quality learning outcomes for
all students. - Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to develop and sustain productive relationships within and
beyond the school community. - Capacity to manage effectively human, financial and physical resources to deliver high quality outcomes.
Interested? To Apply:
- 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 evidence of the mandatory requirements 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.
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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
Information Package for Applicants
DSR705557_26T Role Description (PDF, 271KB)
Role Description
