Deputy Principal (Secondary) - Dysart State High School

Queensland Government; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Dysart State High School in the Central Highlands of Queensland invites applications for a Deputy Principal. You will lead teaching and learning, embed the Australian Curriculum and QCAA senior schooling program, and support the Principal to develop a shared educational vision focused on quality learning outcomes for all students.

This role requires strong leadership, collaborative relationships with staff and the wider community, and the ability to manage resources and drive change.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading teaching and learning with Australian Curriculum implementation.
• Experience with QCAA senior schooling program.
• Proven ability to develop and supervise timetable using OneSchool.

Responsibilities

• Guide and manage high-quality teaching and learning, pedagogy, curriculum and assessment.
• Support the Principal to lead the school community towards a shared educational vision.
• Deputise for the Principal when required; uphold ethical leadership.
• Embed socially just practices and set high standards for staff and student performance.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and strategic planning.

Skills

Leading teaching and learning

Curriculum implementation

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Qualified teacher with registration

Tools

OneSchool timetable development

Job description

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.About us:Dysart State High School is located in the Central Highlands of Queensland, part of the Bowen Basin. Established in 1982, Dysart State High School plays a key role as the centre of our community - ensuring that the young people of Dysart and surrounds have access to every available educational opportunity.Currently the school has a student population of approximately 200 students from Year 7 to 12. We have an extensive range of school facilities that include upgraded Science facilities and Trade Training Centre - focussing on Industrial Design and Technology and Hospitality.We have collaborative relationships with a range of businesses from local to global companies supporting our school and providing a range of learning opportunities, apprenticeships and traineeships. This is underpinned by our school values of Respect, Results, Resilience and ResponsibilityYour opportunity:You will have responsibility for leading the following activities and delivery of the following key tasks:Guide and manage the implementation of high-quality teaching and learning, pedagogy, curriculum and assessmentAssist 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.Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.Form partnerships within and beyond the school gates.Be futures oriented and strategic.Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling.Manage resources to achieve goals.Essential skills and knowledge required of a Deputy Principal at Dysart State High School:Experience in leading teaching and learning, particularly in relation to implementation of version 9.0 Australian Curriculum and QCAA senior schooling programsexperience in OneSchool timetable development, as well as supervision managementcommitment to nurturing positive relationships between students, teachers, the community and stakeholderscommitment to building a positive culture of learning based on quality relationships and curriculum deliverydemonstrated capacity to work effectively and positively as part of a teamdemonstrated capacity to effectively lead complex changebe organised and manage time effectivelyInterested? To Apply:Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history);Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.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.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.