About this job
About Us
Kelso State School, situated on the outskirts of Townsville, is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and socially just learning environment. The school boasts recent upgrades to its facilities and branding, enhancing its welcoming atmosphere. Serving a diverse student population—including 40% First Nations students and 32% students with disabilities—the school addresses complex unmet needs through its robust Inclusion Program. The leadership team is united in implementing strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
Position Overview:
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership and School Community Engagement: Assist the Principal in leading the school community to develop, articulate, and commit to a shared educational vision focused on providing quality learning outcomes for students. Deputise for the Principal when required and uphold the deputy principalship as a values-based, ethical, and moral activity. Set high standards for student and staff performance and actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development. Form partnerships with parents, govt. agencies, community groups, industry, and business to support school objectives.
- Curriculum Management: Oversee the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based pedagogical practices in classrooms underpinned through V9 of the Australian Curriculum.
- Inclusive Practices: Oversee the delivery of high-quality case management and pedagogical support provided by the Inclusion Program
- Professional Development: Facilitate & coordinate professional development opportunities for staff, ensuring access to departmental and external resources. Oversee the fidelity of Berry Street Education Model strategies and Positive Behaviour for Learning approaches to enhance student engagement and outcomes.
- Embed socially just practices in daily school life and be futures-oriented and strategic. Understand/ apply legislation and policies impacting schooling. Manage resources effectively to achieve goals. Foster a workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences, where everyone feels they belong. Discuss/ document reasonable adjustments to support human rights and diversity across the workforce.
Ideal candidate will have following qualifications and skills:
- Experience in curriculum management and pedagogical leadership.
- Understanding of the Australian Curriculum V9 and its implementation.
- Expertise in managing and advising on reasonable adjustments for students.
- Experience in facilitating professional development and leading school-wide initiatives.
- Strong leadership capabilities, with a focus on ethical practices and strategic vision.
To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- 2-pg response to the below questions
- How have you;
- Overseen the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based pedagogical practices in classrooms underpinned through Version 9 of the Australian Curriculum reflecting the P-12 framework requirements resulting in improved learning outcomes and engagement
- Overseen the delivery of high-quality case management and pedagogical support provided by the Inclusion Program resulting in improved learning outcomes and engagement
- Provided high quality evidenced based research and advice to the school leadership team resulting in high performance standards and an inclusive workplace environment
- Coordinated and fostered a whole school inclusive environment through adherence to Positive Behaviour for Learning and or Berry Street Education Model approaches and practices
- Supported classroom teachers and other school staff to access departmental or other identified external services
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
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
taff to access departmental or other identified external servicesWe 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
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.