Deputy Principal - Kelso State School

education; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelso State School in Townsville, Queensland, invites applications for a leadership role that supports the Principal in delivering strategic, values-driven leadership and high-quality learning outcomes. You will deputise for the Principal when required and oversee resource allocation, staff performance and professional excellence.

You will build positive partnerships with families, government agencies and the wider community to boost student outcomes and secure ongoing school improvement through

Job description

About UsAt Kelso State School, we are committed to providing every student with the best possible start through high expectations, quality teaching and learning, meaningful support and strong engagement.We foster a positive culture of connection and belonging, where students feel safe, valued and supported to achieve their personal best. Guided by our school rules of being Safe, Respectful and Responsible, we create an inclusive environment where learning, wellbeing and positive relationships thrive. Through a diverse range of opportunities, students are encouraged to discover their strengths, pursue their interests and contribute to our proud school community.Kelso State SchoolSTRONG START - Attend, Learn, GrowSMART FUTURE - Learn Today, Lead TomorrowAbout the RoleResponsibilities include, but not limited to:Support the Principal in providing strategic and visionary leadership, fostering a shared commitment to the school's vision, values and priorities, with a strong focus on achieving quality learning outcomes for all students.Demonstrate ethical, values-driven leadership that promotes integrity, equity, inclusion and socially just practices while establishing high expectations for student achievement, staff performance and professional excellence.Provide effective leadership and operational management across the school, deputising for the Principal when required and ensuring the effective allocation and management of resources to achieve strategic goals.Build and sustain positive partnerships with parents, families, government agencies, community organisations, industry and business to strengthen community engagement and improve student outcomes.Drive continuous school improvement through future-focused planning, lifelong learning and professional development, while ensuring school practices align with relevant legislation, departmental policies and strategic priorities.Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.How to applyPlease submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history); andA 2-page written statement in response to 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.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.