Deputy Principal

Join the leadership team at Parkhurst State School as our Deputy Principal.

We're looking for an educational leader committed to enhancing student achievement, supporting high-quality teaching, and fostering strong connections between our school, families, and the community.

Be part of a forward-thinking school where your leadership can make a genuine difference.

About the Department of Education:

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About the School:Welcome to Parkhurst State School, a 21st Century Learning Community dedicated to ensuring every learner is literate, numerate, safe, happy, and learning every day. We pride ourselves on our inclusive, caring environment and strong partnerships between staff, parents, and the community. Together, we create an enthusiastic, challenging, and supportive setting where every learner can reach their full potential.

About the Role:

As the Deputy Principal, you will work to improve the educational outcomes of students within the school, support the development and enhancement of teaching and learning quality, and foster positive relationships among students, teachers, the community, and stakeholders.

Your Responsibilities

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

• Assist the Principal to lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Deputise for the Principal when required.
• Uphold the deputy principalship as a values based, ethical and moral activity.
• Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
• Set high standards for student and staff performance.

Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief 1-page resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the attached role description.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration 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.