<ul><li>Do you enjoy making a real difference in the lives of young people?</li><li>Are you looking for a new challenge?</li><li>Are you looking for a unique opportunity to take the next step in your career?</li></ul><p><b><i>Carinity Education Gladstone has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Deputy Principal to join the team.<br /></i></b></p><p><b>Our School</b></p><p>Be part of a small Special Assistance School providing expert, coordinated support to secondary school aged young people.  Many of our students have experienced trauma or are faced with challenges that make it difficult for them to thrive in a mainstream school. As a key member of the leadership team, you will play a vital and rewarding role in ensuring these students receive a genuine opportunity at a quality education.</p><p>Our school is proud to be different, we focus on the whole child, creating a sense of belonging and building positive relationships with them.<br /></p><p>By providing practical education as well as supporting students’ wellbeing, our team at Carinity Education create a safe and supportive environment where students can grow, change and achieve their dreams.<br /></p><p><b>The role<br /></b></p><p>The role of Deputy Principal provides high-level assistance to the Principal. You will be responsible for planned teaching and learning, ensuring the scope and depth of learning experiences are suitable to the needs of the students.<br /></p><p><i>Specific duties will include:<br /></i></p><ul><li>Planning and monitoring the Academic progress of students</li><li>Assisting teachers to develop appropriate curriculum plans, documenting and overseeing their implementation</li><li>Organising, leading, and maintaining quality curriculum</li></ul><p>With just over 100 students, our school is large enough to provide you with professional growth while retaining a genuine connection with students.</p><p>Carinity Education operate four special assistance schools across Queensland. You will have access to the knowledge and support of a team of passionate staff who are empathetic, friendly, warm and supportive – a team that create a welcoming, safe, personalised environment for each young person in their care.</p><p><b>The bonuses of joining the Carinity team!</b></p><ul><li>Access to extensive not-for-profit salary packaging options (pay less tax)</li><li>Join a value driven organisation, with a culture of caring for others</li><li>Access to our Employee Assistance Program for our staff and their immediate family</li><li>To work with professional staff who are passionate about delivering quality education to marginalised youth</li></ul><p><b>What do I need for the role of Deputy Principal?</b></p><ul><li>Current Queensland Teacher registration</li><li>Knowledge of current curriculum trends and requirements of QCAA and ACARA processes</li><li>Demonstrated experience in the supervision of staff to ensure quality service</li><li>Skilled in conflict resolution, analytical thinking, effective time management and leadership</li><li>Experience and expertise in monitoring and communicating student academic progress</li><li>Ability to lead and be part of a multi-disciplinary team (teachers, youth workers and support staff), fostering positive relationships for effective educational delivery and a willingness to support the philosophy and ideals of Carinity Education</li><li>Knowledge of IT based school management systems (TASS or similar)</li><li>Guidance officer, pastoral care, or learning support experience preferred</li><li>Up to date COVID-19 Vaccinations</li></ul><p><b>Who is Carinity?<br /></b></p><p>Carinity is a not-for-profit, values-driven organisation, which has been making a real difference in people’s lives since 1949, through comprehensive and integrated community services.</p><p>Carinity Education Gladstone is a Special Assistance School providing expert, coordinated support and educational opportunity to secondary school aged young people disenfranchised from mainstream schooling<br /></p><p><b>How do I apply?</b></p><p>Carinity is after motivated and enthusiastic candidates who are committed to working with Carinity to make a real difference. If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!</p><p>If this is the position for you, to apply click the Apply button on this page. Applications should include a brief cover letter and Resume that addresses the Essential Competencies and Experiences listed in the Position Description available below.</p><p>Carinity actively encourages and invites applications from people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.</p>