Deputy Principal

4 hours ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 500c650d-0acc-4e26-8bc2-397036fdc656 Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Ashgrove State School is seeking applications for a Deputy Principal to join our team.

The successful candidate will be an experienced, future-focused leader who is passionate about working collaboratively to enhance teaching and learning. You will demonstrate a deep commitment to student success, staff development, and fostering a positive school culture.

The ideal candidate will model integrity, build strong relationships with staff and the community, and lead with purpose to achieve excellence for every student, every day.

Join our dedicated team and apply now to be part of Ashgrove State School

About the Department

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.

About the School

Ashgrove State School, located in Brisbane's inner west, has a strong reputation for academic excellence, innovation, and student wellbeing. We are committed to providing a well rounded education that fosters curiosity, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning. Our students benefit from a supportive environment that celebrates diversity, encourages excellence, and promotes wellbeing. With dedicated staff, engaged families, and strong community partnerships, Ashgrove State School continues to nurture confident, capable learners ready to embrace the future.

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.

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) in response to the attached role description.
  • 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.

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