About this job
About the Department of Education
The Department of Education are 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 Southport Special School
Why Southport Special School? At Southport Special School, located on the beautiful Gold Coast and conveniently close to the M1, we are committed to excellence in special education. As part of the Queensland Department of Education and Training, our campus caters to students from Prep to Year 12, ensuring a seamless educational journey.
Our Commitment to Excellence We pride ourselves on fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment where every student can achieve their full potential. Our approach is grounded in evidence-based practices and a strong collaborative ethos. As a Deputy Principal, you will play a pivotal role in driving our explicit improvement agenda, alongside three other Deputy Principals, to enhance student outcomes within our Primary Sector.
What We Offer:
- Collaborative Leadership: Join a supportive executive team where shared decision-making and collaboration are integral to our success.
- Professional Growth: Benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities and access to cutting-edge research to inform your leadership and teaching practices.
- Inclusive Community: Be part of a community that values diversity, inclusion, and the holistic development of every student.
- Beautiful Location: Enjoy working on the sunny Gold Coast, with its stunning beaches and vibrant community spirit.
Your Role:
As Deputy Principal, you will contribute to shaping the future of education at Southport Special School. Your responsibilities will include:
- Collaborating with colleagues to implement evidence-based teaching and learning programs.
- Utilising student data to drive continuous improvement and personalised learning strategies.
- Supporting a positive school culture through the promotion of explicit teaching, the Science of Reading, and Positive Behaviour for Learning.
Join Us:
If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of students and contribute to a forward-thinking educational community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting leadership opportunity at Southport Special School.
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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