67448

Closes: 19 June 2026

Classification: School Leader B
Salary: $168,900 - $173,125 plus superannuation
Position No: 67448
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 05 June 2026
Contact Officer: Paula Kinsman on Paula.Kinsman@ed.act.edu.au or (02) 6142 3579

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Details: Kingsford Smith School is a dynamic P-10 learning community committed to academic growth, inclusion, and evidence-informed practice., catering to approximately 780 students. The school is driving improvements across all year levels, ensuring a consistent, high-quality learning experience and fostering a positive, inclusive culture focused on student success.

Our P–10 structure provides a seamless learning journey. Primary students benefit from a nurturing and supportive environment, while High School students develop independence, leadership, and responsibility. This structure promotes continuity in learning, strong relationships, and a clear progression from early years through to Year 10.

The school’s programs are grounded in the Australian Curriculum and evidence-based teaching approaches, with a clear focus on building strong foundations in literacy and numeracy while engaging students in meaningful and relevant learning experiences. The preschool program provides a rich, play-based learning environment aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, supporting curiosity, confidence, and foundational skills for future learning.

What you will do – Position Overview

We are seeking an exceptional and future-focused educational leader to lead our Primary Sector (P–6) and contribute strategically as a member of the Senior Executive Team.

Working in close partnership with the Principal, the Deputy Principal will drive school improvement through the implementation of Strong Foundations and a consistent Explicit Instruction approach across the Primary School. The successful candidate will lead a diverse team of educators to deliver high-quality teaching, strengthen inclusive and culturally responsive practices, and foster a culture of high expectations, consistency, and continuous improvement. This is an exciting opportunity for a high-performing leader who can combine strong instructional expertise with strategic leadership, staff development, and a deep commitment to improving outcomes for every student.

What you require – Job Description

• Lead the Primary Executive Team to ensure consistent, high-quality teaching and learning aligned with the school’s evidence-informed instructional model.
• Provide expert instructional leadership and coaching to Executive Teachers and staff to strengthen Explicit Instruction, curriculum delivery, assessment practices, and student engagement.
• Lead the implementation of a knowledge-rich, low-variance curriculum and use student achievement data to drive continuous improvement and equitable outcomes.
• Oversee the Primary Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) and inclusive education practices, ensuring effective intervention, strong case management, equitable access, and high expectations for all learners through culturally responsive and evidence-informed approaches.
• Foster a calm, orderly, and inclusive learning culture through consistent behaviour expectations, routines, and relational practices that maximise learning time and student success.
• Build leadership capability across the Primary executive team through coaching, mentoring, professional learning, and accountability processes.
• Collaborate with the Senior Executive Team to deliver whole-school strategic priorities.
• Strengthen partnerships with families, the ACT Education Directorate, and the broader community to build trust, engagement, and confidence in the school’s instructional vision.

Eligibility/Other requirements:

• A minimum of 4 years full time (or equivalent) tertiary study leading to the award of a recognised school teaching qualification.
• Current professional teaching registration with the ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) or eligibility to obtain TQI.
• Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra

Notes: All applicants deemed suitable for the position will be placed in either a merit pool or a merit list, dependant on the individual school’s requirement at time of advertising.

How to Apply: Please submit your statement of claims based on the school leadership capability framework outlined in the Position Description (maximum six pages) curriculum vitae (two pages) and contact information for two referees.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.

Applicants should note that a Joint Selection Committee (JSC) established in accordance with the collective/enterprise agreement provisions will assess all applications for this position.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

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