Deputy Principal

An exciting opportunity is available for a Deputy Principal with responsibility for leading Prep to Year 2 to join the Junior School team at Kelvin Grove State College from 6 October 2025 for the duration of Term 4. Our ideal candidate will be an experienced and highly capable school leader, ready to support the
implementation of the Junior School strategic plan and drive the Positive Engagement Prep to grade 12 strategic agenda. As part of a dedicated and close-knit college community, you will play a key role in the success of the Junior School and demonstrate a strong commitment to Prep to grade 12 College
alignment.

If you're ready to lead with purpose and foster a positive, engaging learning environment, apply now and help shape the future of our youngest learners.

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

Kelvin Grove State College is a vibrant P-12 school located just three kilometres from Brisbane's CBD. As part of a unique educational precinct, the college offers a supportive and engaging environment focused on excellence in all areas of learning. With three sub-schools Junior (Prep-Year 5), Middle (Years 6-9), and Senior (Years students are supported through every stage of their education. The college values diversity, civic participation and strong partnerships with families and the community to foster student success and lifelong learning.

About the Role

As the Deputy Principal at Kelvin Grove State College, you will join the Junior School team. In this role, you will support the implementation of the Junior School strategic plan and lead the Positive Engagement P-12 strategic agenda. You will be responsible for improving educational outcomes for students, developing the quality of teaching and learning, and nurturing positive relationships between students, staff, families, and the wider community. This position plays a key role in supporting a consistent and aligned approach across the early years and the broader college context.

Your Responsibilities

As the Deputy Principal, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Work collaboratively with and support the Junior School Principal to shape and implement strategic planning and foster a positive collegial culture within the department.
• Lead the development, implementation and review of Prep - 2 programs, faculty initiatives and activities.
• Lead the development, implementation and review of Prep - 2 teaching and learning strategies in specified programs.
• Contribute to the development of workforce capability, through the leadership of specified professional development and the targeted coaching and mentoring of staff.
• Lead the P-12 Positive Engagement Portfolio, within the P-12 Culture of Belonging Pillar, with a focus on Student Engagement and Restorative Practices.
• Lead the development, implementation and review of Prep - 2 teaching and learning strategies in specified program development, implementation and review of Prep - 2 teaching and learning strategies in specified programs.
• Undertake specified administrative tasks.
• Deputise for the Junior School Principal, as required.

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and 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 Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description "How you will be assessed" section.
• Attach a copy 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.

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

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