Teacher - Secondary, Queensland Children's Hospital School - (Cairns)
2 weeks ago
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
This position requires the successful applicant to work in hospital and health settings, which have additional workplace requirements from Queensland Health. It is mandatory for all roles that come into direct contact with patients to provide evidence of vaccination or proof of non- susceptibility for the following preventable diseases: Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (chickenpox), Pertussis (whooping cough).
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.
Why Queensland Children's Hospital School?
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
What We Offer
Modern facilities and quality resources
Real career development opportunities
Relocation support
What You'll Need
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)
How to apply
Click the Green 'Apply online' button below
Enter your personal details
Attach your resume including two professional referees
Explore the school: Visit Queensland Children's Hospital School website here
All applicants are encouraged to apply to the Department of Education Teacher Application Portal to be considered for current and future roles.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
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