Interim Deputy Head – Primary Years

About the RoleSt Peters Lutheran College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Interim Deputy Head - Primary Years to join our committed Primary Years team in January 2027. Reporting to the Head of Primary Years, this key leadership role takes direction in the managing and leadership of the team, fostering an active, high performing and supportive Primary Years program. This is a 12 month maximum term contract position. Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement programs while providing pastoral care through restorative practicesProvide key administrative support to the Head of Primary YearsExemplify best practice teaching and role modelling across all learning environmentsReflect the ethos of the College to peers and colleagues  What You BringA Queensland Teacher Registration is mandatory and further training in the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme would be highly regardedProven experience managing human relationships and collaborative workingExperience in a similar educational leadership role, with demonstrated success leading staff, supporting student outcomes and driving improvement initiativesStrong experience leading pastoral care practices and programsExcellent written and oral communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skillsCommitment to the College's Christian ethos and values How to Apply To apply, please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae, demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the Position Description by clicking on the Apply button provided. Applications close at 10 AM on Tuesday 25 August 2026.If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Challenor, Head of Primary Years, on 07 33776178 or at l.challenor@stpeters.qld.edu.auA copy of the Position Description can be found below.For more information about working at St Peters Lutheran College and the benefits on offer, please visit www.stpeters.qld.edu.au Position Description AUD Indooroopilly 4068

Interim Deputy Head - Primary Years

  • Close to Public Transport
  • 12 Month Maximum Term Contract
  • Leadership Opportunity

About the Role
St Peters Lutheran College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Interim Deputy Head - Primary Years to join our committed Primary Years team in January 2027. Reporting to the Head of Primary Years, this key leadership role takes direction in the managing and leadership of the team, fostering an active, high performing and supportive Primary Years program. This is a 12 month maximum term contract position.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement programs while providing pastoral care through restorative practices
  • Provide key administrative support to the Head of Primary Years
  • Exemplify best practice teaching and role modelling across all learning environments
  • Reflect the ethos of the College to peers and colleagues 
 
What You Bring
  • A Queensland Teacher Registration is mandatory and further training in the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme would be highly regarded
  • Proven experience managing human relationships and collaborative working
  • Experience in a similar educational leadership role, with demonstrated success leading staff, supporting student outcomes and driving improvement initiatives
  • Strong experience leading pastoral care practices and programs
  • Excellent written and oral communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to the College's Christian ethos and values
 
How to Apply
 
To apply, please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae, demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the Position Description by clicking on the Apply button provided. Applications close at 10 AM on Tuesday 25 August 2026.
If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Challenor, Head of Primary Years, on 07 33776178 or at l.challenor@stpeters.qld.edu.au
A copy of the Position Description can be found below.
For more information about working at St Peters Lutheran College and the benefits on offer, please visit  www.stpeters.qld.edu.au
 

Eligibility requirements to work within a Queensland School

All Teachers in Queensland must be registered to teach with the QCT. To find out more about teacher registration requirements and processes please go to the QCT website here. All other employees must hold a current paid Blue Card / Exemption Card or be issued with a paid Blue Card / Exemption Card before commencing work. To find out more about Blue Card requirements or to submit an application for a Blue Card/Exemption Card please go to the Blue Card Services website here.