Deputy Principal - Gleneagle State School

About us:

Gleneagle State School fosters a positive and inclusive culture with a focus on quality teaching and learning, wellbeing and engagement. Staff are team orientated and well supported, and the school has a lovely country feel. The school is located in the beautiful Scenic Rim, one hour from both Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Gleneagle State School is a fantastic location surrounded by a growing community.

Your opportunity:

As the Deputy Principal, you will lead 'Student Engagement' and support the principal with leading and monitoring ongoing school improvement initiatives. Deputise for the principal when required; Use data informed decision making to improve the educational outcomes of students; Enhance the quality of teaching and learning; Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, the community and stakeholders. 

• Strategic Educational Leadership: Support the Principal and school leadership team to develop and implement a shared educational vision focused on high-quality learning outcomes, continuous improvement and student success.
• Values-Based Leadership: Demonstrate ethical, moral and socially just leadership that promotes equity, inclusion, wellbeing and high expectations for all students and staff.
• School Leadership and Performance: Deputise for the Principal when required, provide strong instructional and operational leadership, and foster a culture of high performance, accountability and professional growth.
• Partnerships and Future-Focused Practice: Build productive partnerships with parents, government agencies, community organisations, industry and business, while maintaining a strategic and future-focused approach to education.
• Governance and Resource Management: Apply relevant legislation and departmental policies, ensure effective governance and decision-making, and manage school resources strategically to achieve organisational priorities and improved outcomes.

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.

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.