Deputy Principal - Marsden State High School (3 positions)

Queensland Department of Education; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Marsden State High School in Queensland is seeking three Deputy Principals to join the leadership team and drive high‑quality learning outcomes. You will work with the Principal, staff, students and families to lead school improvement, strengthen teaching and learning, and promote high expectations and student success.

The successful applicants will demonstrate strong instructional leadership, communication and decision‑making skills, with a commitment to equity, wellbeing and building staff

Responsibilities

• Support the Principal in leading the school community to develop and implement a shared educational vision focused on achieving high‑quality learning outcomes for all students, while deputising for the Principal when required.
• Demonstrate values‑based, ethical and moral leadership, embedding socially just, inclusive and equitable practices into everyday school operations.
• Establish and maintain high expectations for student achievement and staff performance, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, lifelong learning and professional growth.
• Build and strengthen strategic partnerships with parents, government agencies, community groups, industry and business to enhance student learning and school outcomes.
• Provide strategic, future‑focused leadership through effective resource management, ensuring school operations align with relevant legislation, policies and departmental priorities.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Instructional leadership

Communication

Equity & wellbeing

Job description

Deputy Principal - Marsden State High School (3 positions)

Queensland Department of Education – Queensland

We are seeking 3 inspiring, strategic and highly motivated Deputy Principal's to join our school leadership team and contribute to creating a positive, inclusive and high‑performing learning environment. The successful applicant will work collaboratively with the Principal, staff,students, families and the wider community to lead school improvement, strengthen teaching and learning, and promote high expectations and outstanding educational outcomes for all students. They will demonstrate strong instructional leadership, effective communication andinterpersonal skills, sound decision‑making and a commitment to equity, wellbeing and student success. With a focus on building staff capacity, fostering collaborative partnerships and driving continuous improvement, the Deputy Principal will play a key role in shaping theschool's vision, culture and future direction.

About Us

Marsden State High School is an outstanding school with an excellent reputation. Since 1987, it has come to symbolise high quality public school education in the Logan area. Our school offers a comprehensive learning environment led by passionate and engaging teachers working together to deliver outstanding achievements across the academic, sporting, cultural and creative industries fields.

This is an innovative, proud and culturally vibrant school community where all students are challenged to work towards our vision - Dare to inspire… Make a difference!

About the Role

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Support the Principal in leading the school community to develop and implement a shared educational vision focused on achieving high‑quality learning outcomes for all students, while deputising for the Principal when required.
• Demonstrate values‑based, ethical and moral leadership, embedding socially just, inclusive and equitable practices into everyday school operations.
• Establish and maintain high expectations for student achievement and staff performance, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, lifelong learning and professional growth.
• Build and strengthen strategic partnerships with parents, government agencies, community groups, industry and business to enhance student learning and school outcomes.
• Provide strategic, future‑focused leadership through effective resource management, ensuring school operations align with relevant legislation, policies and departmental priorities.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

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.