Deputy Principal

23 hours ago


Toowoomba, Australia Queensland Government Full time

About the Department

The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.

About the School

Clifford Park Special School provides a high school education for students with a verified intellectual disability. The school is set on beautiful, open grounds and has a proud tradition of delivering rigorous and engaging learning within a supportive school culture. Our current priorities are improving reading achievement for every learner and establishing strong pathways to employment for school leavers.

About the Role

As the Deputy Principal (Special Education), your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Lead the school community in developing and committing to a shared vision focused on quality learning outcomes for all students.
Promote socially just practices in daily school life.
Set high expectations for both student and staff performance.
Engage in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
Build effective partnerships with students, parents, agencies, and community groups.
Be future-oriented and strategic in planning and decision-making.
Manage departmental resources effectively to achieve school goals.
Deputise for the Principal when required.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

Interested? To Apply

Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing 'How you will be Assessed' section of 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.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
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