Deputy Principal - Belgian Gardens State School

Education (Organisation site)

North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division

We are seeking a passionate, relational, and visionary educational leader to join our executive leadership team as Deputy Principal (Prep-Year 2).

The successful applicant will play a pivotal role in leading the Early Years team and shaping the continued success of our school's teaching and learning agenda.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

Job details

• Position status: Permanent
• Position type: Full-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Stream 3 /Deputy Principal
• Workplace Location: Townsville region
• Job ad reference: QLD/681585
• Closing date: 22-Mar-2026
• Yearly salary: $157034 - $159810
• Fortnightly salary: $6019.10 - $6125.50
• Total remuneration:
• Salary Other:
• Job duration:
• Contact person: Ryan Pedley
• Contact details: 0466 481 328 Access the National Relay Service

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:

Belgian Gardens State School is steeped in history and has played an important role in shaping children's' futures for 126 years.

The positive school climate, the friendliness you sense when you walk through our gates, and the pride that staff, students and families have, all work towards creating a sense of belonging.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

Lead Curriculum Design and Implementation: Guide Prep-Year 2 teachers in co-designing and delivering contextualised curriculum that reflects our local community, aligns to the Australian Curriculum v9, and leverages authentic community partnerships.

Lead the Teaching of Reading and Pedagogical Practice: Demonstrate deep knowledge of how pedagogy drives reading improvement, grounded in the Science of Reading and aligned to the Department of Education's Reading Implementation Guide and Signposts.

Lead the design and modelling of high-impact instructional practices that connect evidence-based reading instruction with daily classroom pedagogy. Support teachers to develop their practice through coaching, co-planning, and reflection, ensuring reading improvement strategies are consistently embedded across Prep - 2.

Embed Signature Pedagogy (Walker Learning): Lead and coach staff in the ongoing consolidation of the Walker Learning approach through instructional coaching, modelling, and feedback to ensure fidelity of practice across all early years classrooms.

Enhance Wellbeing and Behaviour Systems: Work in partnership with the Health and Wellbeing Teacher to refine and implement behaviour protocols that cater to the diverse needs of learners, maintaining a positive and inclusive learning culture.

Be a Visible and Engaged Leader: Actively connect with students, families, and staff. Build trust and presence across the school community through daily engagement, strong relationships, and a genuine commitment to connection to enhance engagement and belonging.

Use Data to Drive Improvement: Demonstrate a strong understanding of data analytics across a range of diagnostic and assessment tools (e.g. Summative Assessments, SPARKLE, DIBELS and Year 1 Phonics Screener) to monitor student progress and inform differentiated teaching and learning.

Lead with Emotional Intelligence: Model empathy, authenticity, and self-awareness. Build teacher capability through trust, encouragement, and constructive feedback, fostering a culture of shared accountability and professional growth.

How to Apply:

• Attach a brief resume (2-page maximum) including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history)
• Attach a written statement responding to the questions outlined in the Applicant Question Document attached to this advertisement. Please download the document and address each question in your written response, ensuring your examples demonstrate your capability for the role.
• 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.*

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB) Information Package for Applicants
• NQR681585_26P Role Description (PDF, 204KB) Role Description
• Applicant Questions Document (PDF, 183KB) Other