Deputy Principal - Blackall State School, Education

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackall State School in Central West Queensland invites applications for the role of Deputy Principal. You will lead instructional improvement, promote high-quality teaching, and drive student engagement across Prep to 12 in a rural setting.

You will work with a dedicated team, strengthen school connections with families and local organisations, and guide strategic improvement while modelling inclusive, data-informed leadership.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of effective instructional leadership and evidence-informed teaching practices.
• Capacity to lead improvement in student achievement, engagement, attendance and behaviour.
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills to build trust with staff, students, families and community.

Responsibilities

• Instructional leadership: Lead and support high-quality teaching practices across Prep-12.
• Drive attendance, engagement, behaviour and academic outcomes by removing barriers to learning.
• Foster professional growth through coaching, mentoring, planning, feedback and evidence-informed practice.
• Support curriculum planning, assessment quality, moderation and school-wide teaching expectations.
• Lead proactive approaches to student wellbeing, inclusion and relationships.
• Collaborate with staff to implement the Annual Implementation Plan using data to guide decisions.
• Strengthen relationships with families and community partners to support positive outcomes.
• Contribute to staffing, resource allocation and day-to-day operations in a large rural P-12 setting.

Skills

Instructional leadership

Data-driven improvement

Collaborative leadership

Communication skills

People management

Education

Education leadership qualification

Tools

School management software

Job description

We believe that every student deserves access to quality teaching, strong relationships and pathways that prepare them for life beyond school.

Our school is focused on strengthening instructional practice, improving reading outcomes, increasing student engagement and building a positive school culture where students and staff can thrive.

Located in the heart of Central Western Queensland, Blackall State School is a unique P-12 learning community that provides educational opportunities for students from Prep through to Year 12.

We are committed to ensuring every student succeeds through quality teaching, reading and engagement, while building a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment for all.

Your opportunity:

• Make a meaningful difference in the educational outcomes of students across Prep-12.
• Work alongside a committed team focused on continuous improvement.
• Contribute to a school with strong connections to its local community.
• Help shape innovative learning opportunities and future pathways for rural students.
• Develop your leadership practice in a dynamic and rewarding educational environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Instructional leadership: Lead and support the implementation of high-quality teaching practices, including explicit instruction, effective reading practices and consistent learning routines across Prep-12.
• Student engagement and achievement: Drive initiatives that improve attendance, participation, behaviour and academic outcomes, with a strong focus on removing barriers to learning.
• Staff development and capability: Build a culture of professional growth through coaching, mentoring, collaborative planning, feedback and evidence-informed practice.
• Curriculum and assessment: Support curriculum planning, assessment quality, moderation and the consistent implementation of school-wide teaching and learning expectations.
• Student wellbeing and behaviour: Lead proactive, consistent approaches to student behaviour, inclusion, wellbeing and positive relationships.
• Strategic improvement: Work with staff to implement and monitor the school's Annual Implementation Plan, using data and evidence to evaluate progress and guide decision-making.
• Community partnerships: Strengthen relationships with families, local organisations and community partners to support positive outcomes and pathways for students.
• School operations: Contribute to effective staffing, resource allocation, school procedures and the day-to-day management of a complex P-12 setting.

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

About you:

• A strong understanding of effective instructional leadership and evidence-informed teaching practices.
• The capacity to lead improvement in student achievement, engagement, attendance and behaviour.
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and work collaboratively with staff, students, families and community members.
• The ability to lead change, manage competing priorities and support staff through ongoing school improvement.
• A commitment to inclusive education and ensuring every student has access to meaningful learning opportunities.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• A willingness to contribute positively to the opportunities and challenges of leading in a rural P-12 school.

Previous experience in a formal school leadership position will be highly regarded. Equally, we welcome applications from capable educational leaders who can demonstrate the knowledge, skills and potential to make a positive impact in this role.

Deputy Principal - Blackall State School, Education Central West Qld, Australia