Location: 34 Strathpine Road, Bald Hills, Qld, 4036, Australia
Job Category: Leadership
ABOUT OUR SCHOOL: St Paul's School is located in the outer northern Brisbane suburb of Bald Hills. It is an Anglican co-educational school from Pre-Prep to Year 12 with an International School.
At St Paul's School we are committed to creating environments for children and young people to thrive. Our purpose is to prepare resilient global citizens, who are innovative thinkers with a heart for servant leadership.
Job Description ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY: The House Leader plays a leading role in the pastoral care structure at St Paul's School. The House Leader is a position of added responsibility, and is responsible for:
Leading the creation of safe and nurturing environments for students. Articulating a shared vision, building a team with their Tutors, and creating and maintaining a supportive and challenging learning environment. Working with the Director of Wellbeing, Counselling Team, Health Centre and Senior Leadership Team to ensure student welfare and wellbeing is at the forefront of educational offerings and specifically, the Pastoral program of the School. The general organisation of the House, the pastoral care and behaviour management procedures for students in the House, encouraging the general participation of students in a range of activities (sporting, cultural, social, service) designed to extend the learning experiences of students. Taking an active interest and role in nurturing the growth and development of students. Leading, managing and supporting respective Tutors and Co-Tutors. The House Leader is assisted in their role by other members of House staff, Tutors, Teachers and by their Year 12 student leaders.
Desired Skills and Experience ABOUT YOU: To be successful in this role, you will have:
Graduate qualifications in Secondary education within the applicable discipline/s and registration with Queensland College of Teachers. Experience in leading Pastoral Care/Wellbeing in a School setting. Knowledge of the Australian Curriculum and in-depth knowledge of curriculum requirements relevant to specific year levels and ability to implement innovative and highly effective teaching strategies. Teaching style actively promotes student inquiry, creativity and higher order thinking and uses techniques, such as scaffolding, for supporting students in encountering new or challenging content or tasks. A strong focus on achieving positive learning experiences and outcomes for students is required as well as flexibility and the ability to adapt and operate effectively in a demanding and changing environment. Willingness to actively participate in and support the co-curricular program of the School. An understanding of and respect for Christian values and demonstrable support for the School's Anglican ethos. Current First Aid certificate, or willingness to acquire this. Apply now to join our wonderful team: Submit your application via this advert. Please include a 1-page cover letter telling us how your experience and qualifications match the points listed in the "About You" section of this advert. Applications will be assessed daily and the advert will close 10 November 2024 , or when a suitable candidate is identified. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: St Paul's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care. As such, it is a condition of employment that all team members must:
Agree to undergo a Criminal History/Police Check conducted by the School; Possess and maintain a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check by Blue Card Services). The successful candidate must have a current Blue Card before commencing work at the school; Agree to be checked against the Anglican Church's National Professional Standards Register; Be an Australian resident and eligible to work in Australia. #J-18808-Ljbffr