Join Oakey State School as Deputy Principal (Primary) and become part of a dedicated leadership team committed to fostering excellence in teaching, learning, and student wellbeing.

This exciting opportunity is suited to an innovative and collaborative educational leader who is passionate about improving student outcomes, building staff capability, and driving continuous school improvement.

If you are an inspirational leader ready to make a meaningful impact within a supportive school community, we encourage you to apply.

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:

Oakey State School offers students a supportive and future oriented learning environment sustained by quality teachers, experienced staff and modern, well-resourced facilities.

Our teachers are committed to the provision of a relevant education, which incorporates the best of traditional, well-proven techniques with up-to-date, modern practices and resources.

The staff and community of this school seek to achieve, in our students, strong personal development where children are encouraged to be responsible, caring and productive citizens.

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.

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

Key Capabilities and Experience:

• Knowledge of the Deputy Principal role and the ability to lead strategic school improvement initiatives.
• Strong understanding of the school context and commitment to meeting the needs of the local community.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the teaching of reading, including the implementation of PLD strategies.
• Experience leading and supporting Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) processes to promote a positive and inclusive school culture.

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 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.