• Are you looking for a new challenge?
• Do you enjoy making a real difference in the lives of young people?
• Are you looking for a unique opportunity to take the next step in your career?
• Be part of a small Special Assistance School providing expert, coordinated support to secondary school aged young people. 

Who is Carinity?

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 including residential aged care, retirement living, home care, schools, disability support, counselling, youth accommodation and chaplaincy in hospitals and prisons.

For more information about Carinity, please go to our our website.

Our School

• 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. You will play a vital and rewarding role in ensuring these students receive a genuine opportunity at a quality education.
• Our school is proud to be different, we focus on the whole child, creating a sense of belonging and building positive relationships with them.
• Our small class sizes will allow you to get to know each individual student, build a relationship with them and help them develop a positive sense of self.
• With a dedicated Youth Worker in every classroom, the support you receive will allow you to focus on creating lessons to engage and support the individual needs of your students.
• By providing practical education as well as supporting the wellbeing of students, our team at Carinity Education create a safe and supportive environment where students can grow, change and achieve their dreams.
• 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.

About the role

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.

Specific duties will include:

• Planning and monitoring the Academic progress of students
• Assisting teachers to develop appropriate curriculum plans, documenting and overseeing their implementation
• Organising, leading, and maintaining quality curriculum

With just over 100 students, our school is large enough to provide you with professional growth while retaining a genuine connection with students.

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.

What do I need for the role?

• Knowledge of current curriculum trends and requirements of QCAA and ACARA processes.
• Demonstrated experience in the supervision of staff to ensure quality service.
• Skilled in conflict resolution, analytical thinking, effective time management and leadership.
• Experience and expertise in monitoring and communicating student academic progress.
• Guidance officer, pastoral care, or learning support experience preferred.

The bonuses of joining the Carinity team!

• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for our staff and their immediate family.
• Access to extensive not-for-profit salary packaging options (pay less tax).
• Join one of Queensland’s largest, and most experienced, aged care providers.
• Be part of a value driven organisation, with a culture of caring for others.
• Ongoing training and development to reach your full potential.

How do I apply?

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!

To apply or view more information, including the position description, click "Apply Now". Applications should include a brief cover letter and Resume that addresses the Essential Competencies and Experiences.

Carinity actively encourages and invites applications from people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

For further information only please contact Carinity Education - Gladstone on 07 4970 9701 during business hours.

A position description is attached.