Job recruited via Department of Education and Training (Queensland) (Brisbane, Queensland, Australia)
Job Reference QLD/MSR657072/25T
Closing date September 10, 2025
Location Ipswich region
Contact
About This Job
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
Springfield Central State School is a dynamic and inclusive learning environment, where a passionate team of educators is dedicated to fostering excellence and supporting each child's growth. Our school is built on strong partnerships with families, creating a welcoming and collaborative community that prioritizes student success. With a focus on innovation, respect, and continuous improvement, Springfield Central State School offers an inspiring space for students to thrive academically, socially, and personally. Join us in shaping the future of education and be part of a school that truly values every child's potential.
About The Role
As the Deputy, key delegated responsibilities include leading the prep cohort and progressing the Early Years Reading Inquiry. You will work in a large, highly motivated leadership team dedicated to being precise and inspirational. Your leadership will play a vital role in improving student outcomes, enhancing the quality of teaching and learning, and fostering positive relationships among students, teachers, the community, and stakeholders, helping to create an environment that promotes collaboration, professional growth, and success for all.
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 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 how you would approach the key delegated responsibilities of leading the prep cohort and progressing the Early Years Reading Inquiry. How would you work within a large, highly motivated leadership team dedicated to being precise and inspirational?
* 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.
Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.
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.
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
rategies.