Deputy Principal (Primary) - Miami State School

About Miami State School

Miami State School is a dynamic educational institution located on the Gold Coast, serving students from Prep to Year 6. It is known for high achievement in academics, sports, and the performing arts. Despite its size, the school maintains a strong community connection and a welcoming atmosphere with a small-school feel. The school emphasizes Explicit Instruction and evidence-based reading strategies to enhance student knowledge, skills, and self-confidence.

Role Overview

The Deputy Principal will join the Executive Leadership Team on a temporary full-time basis until 9 April 2027 or until otherwise specified. This position requires a strong instructional leader with a passion for raising teaching and learning standards, driving student engagement, and leading the Student Engagement portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic initiatives to realize the school's vision centered on teaching excellence, learning enhancement, student engagement, and overall school improvement.
• Oversee the Student Engagement portfolio by implementing research-backed methods that improve attendance, behavior, wellbeing, and academic results.
• Enhance teacher skills through targeted instructional leadership, mentoring, and ongoing feedback to optimize classroom effectiveness and student success.
• Utilize student data on achievement, engagement, and wellbeing to guide strategic decisions, interventions, and improvement efforts.
• Champion whole-school priorities ensuring the adoption of consistent, evidence-based strategies that drive lasting change.
• Promote an inclusive culture that fosters high expectations, equity, belonging, wellbeing, and success for all students.
• Forge strong partnerships with families, community groups, and external agencies to bolster engagement and learning outcomes.
• Exemplify leadership qualities including strategic planning, effective communication, collaboration, organizational skills, and dedication to continuous professional development.
• Support the Principal in cultivating a positive, high-performing school environment that empowers staff and strengthens collective capabilities.

Application Process

• Submit a concise resume including contact information for two referees knowledgeable about your relevant work history.
• Provide a written response (maximum two pages) addressing Key Capabilities 1 to 4 as outlined in the Role Description.
• Attach copies of mandatory educational qualifications and registrations as specified.

Additional Information

The recruitment process is committed to inclusivity; applicants are encouraged to indicate any required support. Applications remain valid for 12 months post-closing, allowing consideration for similar roles within the department. Applications from recruitment agencies are declined.