Deputy Principal - Burpengary Meadows State School

Education (Organisation site)

Metropolitan North Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division

Are you a dynamic educational leader with a passion for the early years?

Burpengary Meadows State School is seeking an outstanding Deputy Principal to join our 'Meadows' family and lead excellence across Prep to Year 2.

As an instructional leader, you will be committed to our school, our community, and improving outcomes for every student while helping drive our improvement agenda and bring our vision - "One team. Every student. Succeeding." to life.

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

Job details

• Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
• Position type: Full-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Stream 3 /Deputy Principal
• Workplace Location: Brisbane - North
• Job ad reference: QLD/MNR686457/26T
• Closing date: 07-May-2026
• Yearly salary: $157034 - $159810
• Fortnightly salary: $6019.10 - $6125.50
• Total remuneration:
• Salary Other:
• Job duration: Until 28 May 2027 unless otherwise determined
• Contact person: Stuart Hovey
• Contact details: 07 3491 4333 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.

Why Join Burpengary Meadows State School?

• A supportive and collaborative leadership team
• A strong, values-driven school culture
• Opportunities to lead meaningful school improvement
• A community that genuinely values education and partnership

For more information about our school, visit Burpengary Meadows State School

About the Opportunity:

Burpengary Meadows State School is a high-performing, community-focused school committed to our vision: “One team. Every student. Succeeding.” We pride ourselves on strong relationships, a positive culture, and a relentless focus on improving outcomes for every student.

About the Role:

As a key member of the leadership team, you will:

• Lead and support high-quality teaching and learning across Prep to Year 2
• Drive our Explicit Improvement Agenda, with a focus on student outcomes and engagement
• Build teacher capability through coaching, feedback, and professional conversations
• Use data to inform decision-making and strengthen classroom practice
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-expectation school culture
• Work in partnership with families and the wider community

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

About You:

We are seeking a leader who:

• Is an instructional leader with a strong moral purpose
• Builds collective efficacy and develops the capability of others
• Leads with clarity, consistency, and care
• Is highly relational and visible across the school
• Demonstrates a deep commitment to improving outcomes for every student
• Aligns strongly with our values and school vision

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a written response (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description 'How you will be assessed' section.
• 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, 232KB) Information Package for Applicants
• MNR686457_26T Role Description (PDF, 253KB) Role Description