This is a temporary full-time position until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined.
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.
Our College
Welcome to Upper Coomera State College (UCSC). As a Prep to Year 12 campus, we cater for all children from ages 5 to 17 and offer every opportunity for each student to experience an individual learning pathway. We offer a caring, nurturing learning environment that acknowledges difference, celebrates effort and strives for excellence.
The College motto, 'Learning Pathways to the Future' reflects our commitment to working in partnership with families to ensure every child has a quality education, which prepares them for a positive future. We pride ourselves as a leader in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education, sporting excellence and the arts, and providing innovative, academically challenging, engaging and inspiring learning pathways for high achieving students. Upon completion at Upper Coomera State College, students will be equipped with the confidence and lifelong skills to succeed in their chosen pathways.
Your opportunity
As the Deputy Principal, you will:
Improve the educational outcomes of students in their schools
Develop the quality of teaching and learning
Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, the community and stakeholders.
The Deputy Principal reports to the school Principal.
The key focus areas of the Deputy Principal (Junior Secondary) role include:
Strong curriculum leader with deep curriculum knowledge and the capacity to lead Heads of Department in driving excellence in teaching and learning.
Highly effective instructional leader with the ability to coach and develop staff to deliver consistent, high-quality teaching practices.
Demonstrated success in building strong partnerships with feeder primary schools, families, and the wider community to support successful Junior Secondary transition and engagement.
Highly skilled in analysing and using a wide range of data sets to drive evidence-based improvement and enhance student outcomes.
Proven ability to foster a high-expectations culture that promotes learning, wellbeing, and success for every student.
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.
Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
Form partnerships with parents, other government agencies, community groups, industry and business.
Be futures oriented and strategic.
Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling.
Manage resources to achieve goals.
How to Apply
Attach a brief resume (3-page maximum) including contact details for 2 referees (referees should understand your relevant work history).
Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the Role Description - Key Capabilities 1 to 4 only.
Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the 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.
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