Introduction:
Join a community where faith forms the foundation of everything that we do — nurturing hearts, inspiring minds and shaping people of good character.
Josiah College is seeking an exceptional Dean of Junior Years (P-6) to join our passionate team and support the Head of College (HOC).
About Josiah College
Josiah is a multi-denominational Christian school in Carrara, Gold Coast, that nurtures, inspires and enables students to flourish. Our Autism-friendly setting provides the framework for students on the Autism Spectrum to access the Australian Curriculum with unique support and individualised learning programs.
Our Josiah Compass guides and informs all areas of our practice to underpin our values and our pastoral care. We strive to provide the opportunity for social, educational and vocational pathways for students on the Autism Spectrum. The learning for these students will be delivered primarily in a specialist setting on campus, with the opportunity to access the community and vocational training centres over the course of the senior years. Senior students work towards achieving a QCE upon graduation.
Our staff work together to assist our students in achieving success. This involves building strong respectful relationships with students while utilising behaviour management techniques to maintain the expectations of the classroom. It also involves working closely with educational assistants and utilising their abilities in the classroom to support the students.
We look for staff who demonstrate excellence in their field, who are prepared to commit wholeheartedly to the values and ethos of the College, and who confess to a personal Christian faith.
Why Join Us?
Josiah College is a warm, welcoming community of talented, purpose-driven educators and support staff. We are committed to hiring new team members who demonstrate excellence in their chosen field, who are prepared to commit wholeheartedly to the values and ethos of our College and who confess to a personal Christian faith.
We believe in the transformative power of education, and the importance of fostering a caring, faith-based community and creating a sense of belonging and inspiring thoughtful engagement with the world.
What We Offer
* Supportive and collaborative work environment
* Career development and continuous learning opportunities
* Be part of a caring faith-based community and make a meaningful impact
* A focus on well-being - Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programs available
* A commitment to excellence - academic, sporting, arts and culture
* World-class facilities and learning spaces
* Onsite cafe serving barista coffee and food.
* Staff access to gym and fitness facilities
* Live and work on the Gold Coast
Description:
Reporting directly to the Head of College, the Dean of Junior Years (P-6) is responsible for supervising and supporting Teachers and Educational Assistants in Years P-6 to ensure that a high standard of teaching, support and differentiation is achieved in Year group activities.
In this role, you will:
* Develop, plan, implement and evaluate curriculum and teaching plans, including Christian Education, with lessons designed to meet the differentiated learning needs of the students, following the Australian Curriculum.
* Utilise your behaviour management experience to provide a safe and respectful learning environment for students on the Autism Spectrum
* Assist Teachers and Educational assistants in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons that support both learning and sensory needs
* Work in a team of educators that are passionate about their role in the lives of these students
Duties And Responsibilities
* Act as primary support to the Head of College (HOC)
* Ensure the Principal is informed of significant 'at risk' cases
* Facilitate and engage with the development of a guaranteed and viable curriculum for Josiah College students
* Oversee all issues concerning student welfare, including the mentoring of staff with regards to the care of the students.
* Oversee the Prep enrolment process
* Perform the duties of the designated Child Protection Officer, including advising the Acting Head of College and Principal of relevant matters as required by legislation.
* Liaise with staff regarding the school's provision for students with special needs.
* To supervise and support Teachers and Educational Assistants in Years P-6 to ensure that a high standard of teaching, support and differentiation is achieved in Year group activities.
* Management of occasional incidents where student behaviour escalates and intervention is required.
* Ensure adequate support and professional development for staff in matters pertaining to student pastoral and academic needs (e.g. PLPs, debriefs, professional supervision, cooperative planning of curriculum, modelling teaching and behavioural support strategies etc.)
* Liaise with outside agencies on matters relating to student welfare and safety and refer appropriately.
* In consultation with the HOC, oversee the day-to-day behavioural management of students in the Primary school ensuring a positive tone is maintained (including uniform, behaviour, and environment).
* Oversee the planning, learning, and teaching of curriculum in the Primary Years.
* Engage in a teaching workload, efficiently managing time, lesson planning and assessment schedules.
* Implement programs for the students that support their individual needs and promote skills relating to social development and future work readiness.
* Implement pastoral care programs and pro-active behaviour strategies appropriate to the needs of the community.
* Ensure effective communication and public relations with parents, students and staff.
* Attend school functions, parent meetings, and staff devotions.
* Assist the Head of College in ensuring all paperwork relating to the needs of children and the funding for education is completed.
* Be aware and supportive of College Work Health and Safety requirements and carry out work practices in accordance with current Work Health and Safety standards.
* Perform all other reasonable duties of the role, as required or directed by the Head of College.
Skills and Experiences:
Every College employee must profess a personal faith and commitment to Jesus Christ and are to be in regular fellowship and good standing with a local Christian church. Traditional Christian values must be lived out and exhibited daily.
The successful candidate will:
* Demonstrate a sound understanding of and experience in pastoral care and student management in independent schools and Special Schools.
* Experience and a passion for working with students with additional needs
* A relevant teaching qualification, additional qualifications in learning support or Autism desired
* Be highly skilled in compassionately supporting:
o students who may be experiencing social, emotional, or behavioural difficulties
o staff in their care for and management of both students and themselves
o parents in their care for and management of their children and wider families in as far as this affect school life.
* Possess a thorough understanding of the philosophy of Christian Education and be able to translate it into effective practice in an environment that promotes wellbeing.
* Display a willingness to be involved in the spiritual life of the College.
* Possess highly developed interpersonal, communication and human relations skills (including conflict resolution), and be able to liaise with a diverse range of people, representative groups and service delivery agencies.
* Ability to remain calm in demanding situations and de-escalate incidents if required.
* Be able to work both independently and collaboratively, maintaining confidentiality and reliability in meeting commitments.
* Display capacity to lead and delegate the development of pastoral and curriculum programs to support effective pastoral care and meet a diversity of student needs.
* Assist in the on-going development, implementation and review of all other systems, programs, strategies, and services to support the diverse needs of students to meet the operational needs of the College.
* Exhibit excellence in leadership of professional practice.
* Be self-directed, enthusiastic, and highly motivated with the ability to organize, delegate and co-ordinate.
* Be competent in the Microsoft suite and associated technology in common use throughout the College.
* Be familiar with and meet the expectations of College policies and Work Health & Safety procedures published on the College intranet.
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