Teacher - Secondary, Queensland Children's Hospital School - (Cairns)
3 weeks ago
The Queensland Government is launching a new youth alcohol and drugs treatment service based in Cairns. The voluntary residential program is designed to support young people experiencing moderate to severe substance use challenges. Delivering culturally appropriate care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people and their families including access to cultural health programs, traditional learning practices, and healing activities guided by Elders. You will be employed through the QCHS and based at the residential facility in Edmonton (Cairns). You will work with the leadership team to create, implement and assess programs, based on the Australian Curriculum and Senior pathways, catering for each student's individual needs. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people while working in a culturally rich and supportive environment.
- This is a full-time, permanent teacher position, working alongside a Head of Department and Guidance Officer, teaching students ranging from 13-18 years.
- Regular state school hours and conditions apply.
- Teacher will be on staff at the Queensland Children's Hospital School however, the position is based at the North Queensland Youth Alcohol and Other Drug Program in Edmonton, Cairns.
- Non-contact allocation for this position is in line with primary/special school teachers' award.
- An additional requirement for all staff in hospital education programs- Vaccination against Preventable Diseases
The successful applicant will be provided with official forms to be taken to their local GP for completion and boosters as required. The expectation is that staff have commenced this process before their first work day (it does not need to be completed). Any out-of-pocket costs are refunded to staff through QCHS reimbursement processes.
Highly Regarded Qualities For This Role
- Ability to form positive relationships with young people who may be disengaged and recovering from drug or substance abuse.
- Understanding of trauma informed approaches.
- Ability to create, implement and assess personalised learning programs, with support from the Head of Department, so young people can continue their education or move into meaningful post-school pathways.
- Commitment to working with, and forming positive partnerships with a range of stakeholders including staff from DoE, Health, Youth Support and Advisory Services (YSAS), industry partners and families.
- Support from multi-disciplinary teams from Education (Head of Department and Guidance Officer), Health and non-government organisations.
- High teacher to student ratio (1:5)
- Full time Guidance Officer as part of the program
- Regular collaborative planning sessions with the Head of Department
- Modern facilities and quality resources
- Real career development opportunities
- Relocation support
- Relevant teaching qualification
- Full or provisional QCT registration
- Australian working rights or valid visa
- Pre-service and graduate teachers are encouraged to apply (include practicum reports, mentor statements & unofficial transcript)
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- Enter your personal details
- Attach your resume including two professional referees
All applicants are encouraged to apply to the Department of Education Teacher Application Portal to be considered for current and future roles.
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