Deputy Principal - Darling Point Special School (Two Positions)

Job Reference QLD/MSR686494/26P
Closing date May 7, 2026
Location Brisbane - South,Brisbane - East
Status Permanent
Contact 0414 298 494

About this job

About the Department of Education:

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:

Darling Point Special School is a dedicated and inclusive educational environment, providing high-quality learning experiences for students with disabilities from Prep to Year 12. With a growing enrolment of over 180 students, the school currently operates across two campuses — one located on the Wynnum-Manly foreshore and the other in Lindum, proudly sharing the grounds with Iona College. The school's teaching and learning approach is underpinned by the principles of neuroscience, positive behaviour support, and evidence-based research.

About the Role:

Through the following, the roles play a pivotal leadership role across both campuses. The successful applicants will demonstrate strong skills, expertise and experience to:

  • Contextual application of version 9 of the Australian Curriculum and the Guide to Individual Learning (GIL)
  • Extensive knowledge and practical expertise in positive behaviour support and non-linear multielement planning
  • Leadership, coaching and mentoring expertise and experience in evidence-based teaching practices for students with severe and multiple disabilities integrating the principles of neuroscience
  • Strong management skills in logistics and application of departmental policy and procedures
  • Strong relational skills, the ability to think on the spot, and pivot for positive outcomes.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibiltiies.

Submit Your Application:

  • 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 in response to the attached role description.
  • Please specify in your written statements which of the two roles/sectors you would prefer to be considered for.
  • Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration 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.