About The Organisation

Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) Flexible Schools Ltd educates over 2,200 young people in 22 Flexible Learning Schools (12 based in Queensland and 10 other schools across Australia) and serves young people who experience complex educational, social or psychological situations which demand unique responses. They enable young people to engage in education in a supported learning environment through a methodology based on trauma informed practice, in which the principles of operation (Honesty, Respect, Participation, Safe & Legal) are embedded.

As a part of the broader EREA family, the organisation is shaped by the four touchstones of the EREA Charter: Gospel Spirituality, Inclusive Community, Liberating Education, and Justice and Solidarity.

About The Role

Southport Flexible Learning Centre are currently looking for an energetic and creative person to compliment an existing team. This position is continuing, full time, commencing as soon as can be negotiation.

The Successful Application Will

• Plan, prepare and deliver effective learning and teaching programs for young people.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the FLC’s objectives and planning.
• Work collaboratively with all staff to provide a safe, inclusive work environment for staff and young people.
• Contribute to the accountability processes including, reporting, individual personal learning plans and requirements for NCCD.
• Is productive in building relationships with young people, families/carers, and the community to ensure the best outcomes are achieved for each young person.
  
  

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About You

• Certificate of Queensland Teacher Registration
• Relevant qualifications and skills
• Demonstrated high levels of ability in developing and implementing a range of learning choices which meet the diverse characteristics, needs and learning styles of young people
• Demonstrated ability differentiating curriculum (ACARA, QCAA, VET) to meet the needs of young people
• Demonstrated success in building relationships with young people at risk
• Highly developed interpersonal skills in the context of relating to work colleagues, young people and parents in a cross-cultural environment
• Commitment to participate in critical reflection around working together under Four Principles of operation: respect, safe and legal, honesty and participation. (The principles establish a “common ground” among staff, young people and families, where the means to resolve conflict, negotiate learning, recognise rights, responsibilities and consequences are modelled and explored, both within the group and individual).
  
  

What We Can Offer You

• Learn how to do school differently
• Free on site parking
• Supportive multi-disciplinary team environment
• More advantageous salary packaging options due to EREA Flexible Schools Ltd being a registered Charity.
• 12.75 Superannuation contribution
• Induction, wellbeing and ongoing professional development
• Free EAP counselling services
  
  

How To Apply

To apply for a position, please complete the application form below. To support your application, you will be required to provide a current CV and Cover Letter highlighting your qualifications, experience and suitability for the role.

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Hiring Manager, EREA Flexible Schools Ltd., via email careers@ereafsn.edu.au

Applications will be reviewed after closing date.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 9AM (AEST) WEDNESDAY, 21 EBRUARY 2024.

The successful applicant must possess (or be eligible to obtain) and maintain a current Working With Children Check.

All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with EREA’s commitment to child protection policies and procedures.

Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Edmund Rice Education Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.