The School
Randstad Education is proud to partner with a leading not-for-profit, independent non-denominational provider dedicated to alternative education. This organization is renowned for its commitment to social justice and its holistic approach to reconnecting young people with their learning journeys.
Operating in a high-impact partnership with a premier national child rights organization, this established program in Mount Isa provides a comprehensive wraparound support model. The school environment is built on a foundation of cultural responsiveness and safety, ensuring that every student—particularly those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds—is supported by a multidisciplinary team of specialists. This is a rare opportunity to lead a mission-driven team where the focus is on meaningful community outcomes and leaving no student behind.
The Role
As the Lead Teacher, you will drive the educational direction of a specialized alternative learning program designed for young people engaged with youth justice or facing complex barriers to education. This is an ASAP start position for a leader ready to make an immediate impact.
Program Leadership: Oversee and deliver a tailored curriculum that prioritizes literacy and numeracy through evidence-informed, differentiated practice.
Team Management: Lead and mentor a skilled multidisciplinary team, including specialist teachers, youth workers, and family support staff.
Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and maintain vital operational partnerships with youth justice, community agencies, and local stakeholders.
Cultural Advocacy: Support and drive culturally responsive practices to ensure the program meets the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and their families.
Successful Candidate Profile
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated teaching and leadership experience.
Specialist Knowledge: Proven track record in delivering literacy/numeracy programs and supporting young people with complex needs or youth justice involvement.
Cultural Competency: Significant experience working alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Qualifications: Current QCT registration and relevant Education qualifications.
Attributes: Strong relational leadership skills and a passion for trauma-informed, alternative education.
Benefits
Financial Reward: Access to PBI salary packaging to significantly increase your take-home pay.
Wellness & Support: Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Fitness Passport.
Growth: Extensive professional development and leadership growth opportunities within a collaborative partnership.
Relocation: Relocation assistance may be available via negotiation for the right candidate.
Culture: Work within a supportive, values-driven organizational culture that is already delivering proven outcomes in the local community.
Contact
Joe Romo | 0499 343 863 | joseph.romo@randstad.com.au
Safeguarding Children & Young People
Randstad Education is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. We take steps to achieve this through our candidate application process. All Applicants are required to provide a valid state based Working with Children’s Check which is thoroughly screened. In some circumstances, a Federal Police Check and an International Police Clearance is also required. Your consultant will be able to advise if this is applicable to you. Lastly, references are conducted in relation to the applicant’s interactions with children using an online platform that has an inbuilt fraud alert. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people.
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