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.
Who We Are:
Kirwan State School is a proud community asset. Our motivated, professional staff provide a caring, supportive learning environment for primary age students from Prep to Year 6.
Our motto resonates strongly within our school. We are all safe, respectful, responsible learners - staff, students and families alike. Continually improving every student's reading, writing and thinking capability through the curriculum is a goal we take very seriously.
Kirwan State School is recognised for the high quality educational opportunities offered to students in the areas of academia, sport, music and citizenship. There is a strong sense of belonging and pride in being part of our Kirwan team.
Step Into Your Next Chapter:
- 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.
- Case management of students (in DP P - 2 portfolio)
- Be futures oriented and strategic.
- Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling.
- Case management of students in DP P-2 portfolio.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
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 2-page response to the How you may be assessed section of the attached role description.
- 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.