Location:Townsville Catholic Education Office, Kirwan Position: Curriculum Adviser Salary Range: $143,269 - $161,250 per annum depending on experience Tenure: Full Time, Permanent Commencing Date: July 2024 Closing Date: Friday, 10 May 2024 Townsville Catholic Education supports a diverse region extending from Townsville to the Burdekin and Whitsunday regions in the South, North to Ingham and Halifax, South-West to Winton, and West to the border with the Northern Territory, encompassing Mount Isa and several small, isolated western towns and east to Palm Island. We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Curriculum Adviser for afull time , permanent position commencing in July 2024. About the role Reporting to the Education Consultant, the Curriculum Adviser works collaboratively within a team that provides support to teachers and senior staff in schools to ensure the provision of a quality Catholic education. Accountable for effectively supporting a cluster of 10 schools in the delivery of curriculum, curriculum review, renewal and related initiatives, a key focus for this role is coaching and support to build capacity at system and school level to create and manage learning environments relating to learning and teaching with the intention of improving student learning outcomes. The role of the Curriculum Adviser is one of partnership with the leadership of TCE and the community of Principals in the integration and alignment of systemic and school community perspectives and priorities. Key Accountabilities Provide specialist curriculum advice in accordance with the System Learning Framework. Support Principals, school leaders and teachers in creating and managing positive learning environments with the intention of improving student learning outcomes Working under the guidance of the Education Consultant and the Director - Learning and Teaching, proactively liaise with schools to ensure the early identification of support needs and the timely sharing of important information Through the Service Team, collaborate directly with Principals, Curriculum Leaders and Assistant Principal - Pedagogy and Learning to co-construct the schools annual school improvement goals which best meets the individual needs of the school considering its learning environment and unique context Proactively support school communities in the improvement of learning outcomes for students through motivation, consultation and delivery of appropriate services. Promote curriculum renewal and related initiatives through the delivery and/or coordination of quality professional development opportunities for teachers Identify and monitor the Australian Curriculum and Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority implications within and across Catholic schools in the system and coordinate timely communication and support Foster an environment of mutual support for growth and professional development by coordinating networking and cluster support for school curriculum leaders and teachers, and by collaborating directly with school service team peers along with the other members of the Learning and Teaching Team to ensure a coordinated approach to the provision of advice and to support to a cluster of schools Drawing on specialist advice from the system Learning & Teaching Advisers, manage planning for the support of professional development and renewal of teachers in learning and teaching practices Provide specialist advice to both the Education Consultant (this positions direct supervisor) and the Director of Learning & Teaching (indirect supervisor) and monitor the development and implementation of government educational policy and procedures as it impacts on Catholic schools in the Townsville system. CurrentWorking with Children Suitability Card -The successful candidate will require a paid Blue Card before commencement as per the No Card, No Start policy developed by the Queensland Government (if not registered with the Queensland College of Teachers) Tertiary qualifications in a related field Registration or eligibility for registration with Queensland College of Teachers Full accreditation to teach/teach Religious Education in a Catholic school Current Drivers Licence Ability to travel within and beyond the Catholic Diocese of Townsville Masters qualification in a related field Townsville Catholic Education provides a supportive, flexible working environment where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students.Our staffare recognised as being central to achieving our mission. What we offer Access to a company motor vehicle 5 Weeks Annual Leave Salary packagingoptions Modern facilities, equipment and resources Superannuation up to 12.75% employer contribution (in a co-contribution arrangement) Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service 14 Weeks paid parental leave Deferred Salary Scheme Corporate health insurance Induction, professional development and learning opportunities Wellbeing programs and initiatives How to apply Upload acurrent resume Upload acover letteraddressing the skills, attributes and experience to support the key accountabilities of the role identified in the position description Pleasecomplete the applicationform including your two nominated professions referees (name, position title and email address) Application close: 3pm Friday, 10 May 2024. Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential. Your personal information is collected, stored and treated in accordance with ourPrivacy Policy . 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For example, Queensland College of Teachers (QCT), Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) etc. Townsville Catholic Education must remain committed to promoting and protecting the rights, interests and wellbeing of children. Employees that work with children and young people will be required to hold a Working With Children Check - Blue Card prior to commencing employment. For more information please visit * I hold a current Paid Blue Card I hold a current Volunteer Blue Card I have submitted a Blue Card application which is currently pending approval I hold QCT/AHPRA registration When are you available to commence? * Work Health and SafetyIt is important for us to ensure that your health and safety is protected in the workplace. 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Curriculum Adviser