Deputy Principal 2027
We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and people-focused educational leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as Deputy Principal, commencing in 2027. This pivotal role works in close partnership with the Principal to provide both strategic direction and operational leadership across the College from Prep to Year 12.
The successful candidate will be an inspiring and collaborative leader who plays a key role in shaping a future-focused learning environment where students and staff are supported and empowered to thrive.
The role carries broad responsibility for the leadership and oversight of teaching and learning, staff and student management, professional development, curriculum and pastoral systems, College operations, major events, scholarships, compliance, and risk management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Principal to implement Strategic plans and assist in the development of School Improvement plans.
- Lead workforce planning including staffing allocation and organisational design, across academic and support staff.
- Oversee professional learning, staff development, performance, wellbeing and workplace culture in line with strategic objectives.
- Oversee student wellbeing, pastoral care systems, and student leadership programs across P–12.
- Ensure compliance with Child Safe legislation and oversee safeguarding practices within the College.
- Coordination of major P–12 College events, including whole-school assemblies, Reconciliation events, Student Leadership Inductions, ANZAC Day services, and Founders’ Day celebrations.
- Oversee risk management and emergency planning.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Capacity to lead others in the process of change and positively promote the profile of the College.
- Leadership in improving educational outcomes for all students within a contemporary educational philosophy.
- A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of current curriculum frameworks, particularly the Australian Curriculum.
- Capacity to be an empathetic listener, an engaging and persuasive speaker, and a diplomatic communicator.
- High levels of intellectual and emotional intelligence as well as self-awareness.
- Strong written communication skills.
- A proven ability to manage staff, programs, and resources on time and within budget.
- Strategic and operational planning skills that result in individuals and teams successfully implementing and completing projects.
- Capacity to delegate judiciously and effectively.
- High level conceptual, analytical, and planning skills for use in the implementation of College operational procedures and priorities to optimise efficiency and learning outcomes.
- Capacity to make difficult decisions in a complex educational organisation, balancing students’ wellbeing, academic achievement, and financial parameters.
- Strong information technology and information management skills and experience in relation to pedagogy and public presentations.
- Tertiary qualifications in education and the capacity to teach in at least two (2) disciplines.
- Possession of a higher degree (Masters or Doctorate) or equivalent experience in Leadership, Pastoral Care, or related discipline would be viewed favourably.
- Must be registered or eligible for registration in Queensland as a teacher.
We offer the opportunity to work with a great College community on a beautiful rural 38-hectare campus conducive to improved staff and student wellbeing and life-long learning. There are a range of employee benefits available, including a healthy tuckshop, free parking, gym facilities and an Employee Assistance Program.
West Moreton Anglican College is committed to providing an environment where children and young people receive the highest standard of care, where their rights are supported, and they have the opportunity to thrive and be fruitful. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to adhere to the College’s policies and procedures relevant to student care and protection.
The successful candidate will possess the relevant requirements for the role and must be eligible for or hold a current working with children Blue Card/QCT registration/Professional registration as is relevant.
WestMAC reserves the right to conduct online checks using publicly available content to assess cultural fit. We may also, with your written consent, contact previous employers not listed on your resume, to verify work history.
Please visit our website for more information about the College and visit our Careers page to view the position description, Code of Conduct and our Public Commitment to promoting the safety, wellbeing and best interests of children, and to preventing, detecting and responding to child harm.
Please apply through SEEK, and ensure your application contains a cover letter and your CV.
Interviews may take place on receipt of application therefore this advert may be closed once a suitable applicant has been appointed.
Applicants seeking more information about the position should contact the People & Culture team via: peopleandculture@wmac.com.au
West Moreton Anglican College is an equal opportunity employer and values an inclusive and diverse workforce.
West Moreton Anglican College respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners, the Jagera, Yuggera and Ugarapul People of the Yugara/Yagara Language Group, as custodians of the land and waters we share.