Deputy Principal - Calamvale Special School

Job Reference QLD/MSR590869/24P
Closing date October 6, 2024
Location Brisbane - South
Type Full-Time
Contact 07 3712 5555

About this job

About Us:

Calamvale Special School is a prep to 12 school catering for students with a wide variety of abilities. We have an unwavering commitment to placing the students firmly at the centre of everything we do. An understanding of the impacts of disability on life and learning is required. You would line manage a sector and lead a strategic portfolio in line with the school's explicit improvement agenda. You would be part of a strong school culture where there is a firm belief that every student will succeed and be appreciated for the joy that they are.

About the Role:

Responsibilities include, but 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.
  • Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. 

How to Apply:

  • Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
  • A 2-pg response to the How you will be Assessed section of 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. 

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). 

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