About this job
About the Department of Education
The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About Morayfield State School
Situated in the heart of Morayfield, our school provides education from Prep to Year 6 within a supportive framework of high expectation. Opening in 1873, our school has a proud history, strong community and is committed to the high standard of education for all students. I am honoured to be the Principal of Morayfield State School and lead a fantastic team of teaching and support staff who endeavour to attain the ideals as stated in our school mission statement.
All students at Morayfield State School are encouraged to demonstrate our school values of Be Safe, Be Respectful and Be Responsible in their actions, every day in every way in every location. Our school motto of 'Aim High' is something that we support every student to do throughout their learning journey.
Our mission is to work in partnership with students, parents and the wider community to ensure that all students receive a quality education appropriate to their individual needs in a safe and supportive learning environment.
About the Role
Responsibilities include, but are 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.
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 1-pg written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
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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