Deputy Principal
5 days ago
*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
Redlynch State College is a high-performing P-12 school nestled between the rainforest and reef in Cairns, Far North Queensland. Guided by our motto, "On the Tracks to Success," and our vision, "Learning in Our Valley. Thinking Beyond the Hills," we support every student's learning journey from early childhood to graduation. Our dynamic curriculum is underpinned by innovative teaching, strong community partnerships, and a culture of high expectations. Committed to our core values of Respect, Safety, and Commitment to Learning and Wellbeing, we foster a supportive and engaging school environment where educators thrive, learners are empowered, and every student is equipped for future success.
To learn more, visit the Redlynch State College website.
Your Responsibilities
As the Deputy Principal (Special Education), your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Leading the Special Education Program to improve educational outcomes for students with disability.
Supporting the Principal in delivering the school's educational vision and deputising when required.
Embedding socially just practices and fostering a culture of inclusion and high expectations.
Building and sustaining positive partnerships with parents, agencies, and community stakeholders.
Leading curriculum, teaching, and learning innovations that promote quality outcomes for all students.
Managing the human, financial, and physical resources of the SEP to achieve organisational goals.
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
Proven leadership in special education with a strong focus on student achievement and inclusion.
Highly developed interpersonal skills to build strong, collaborative relationships across the school and community.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills to contribute to improved educational outcomes.
Experience managing resources effectively to deliver high-quality organisational results.
A personal and professional commitment to ethical, values-based leadership.
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.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.*
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