Group Leader - Early Years

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD
Teaching - Early Childhood (Education & Training)
Casual/Vacation
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Posted 29d ago

A life of participation, opportunity, and choice.

We believe at the core of who we are and what’s important to us, is our people. Generous, caring, compassionate, and resilient, they embody what we do every day. A team that never stops learning or striving to make tomorrow even better than today. With us, you’ll be supported by understanding leaders who show genuine care for your journey in our organisation, in our community and beyond.

Education is the most powerful tool which can be used to change the world for the better – that is why our teachers are one of our most vital resources, capable of helping our students to shape the potential of their futures right from the beginning. You’ll see your impact. Every single day.

What does it look like to be a Group Leader with AQ? Our multi-disciplinary EarlyAQtion Kindi team based in Sunnybank Hills provides quality early years education & therapy support for autistic children and their families. Responsible for leading and coordinating quality early intervention group programs, and addressing individualised support needs, this role acts as the main point of contact for our clients.

This opportunity opens the door to supervision and professional development which will provide the successful candidate invaluable experience and contribute enormously to their professional profile. As Autism Queensland is passionate about evidence-based practice, the successful candidate will have exposure high level research and best practice service delivery.

While our top priority is finding people who share our genuine passion in supporting our clients, here are a few things the right person will be equipped with:

  • Tertiary qualification in Education or Special Education.
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Teacher (preferably in Early Years education).
  • Demonstrated understanding of contemporary methodologies in the provision of early intervention for children on the autism spectrum or other developmental challenges, and their families.
  • Proven knowledge of child development, communication, social interaction, learning and understanding and managing behaviour.
  • Understanding and experience in the design and implementation of direct (individual and/or group) and consultation-based support and intervention which is responsive to the individual needs of children, their families, and other relevant stakeholders.

From health and wellness programs to professional development, we encourage our staff to strive for a better balance.

  • Access up to $18,000 in Not-For-Profit salary packaging.  
  • Look after your health through discounts to eligible Medibank private health insurance options, with singles through to family coverage options available.
  • Exceptional professional development opportunities to support your career growth.
  • Prioritise wellbeing through a discounted Fitness Passport with access to various fitness and aquatic centres all around the country – for you AND your immediate family!
  • Be part of an organisation with a practice excellence team dedicated to providing our people with clinical supervision and mentoring.
  • You’ll have access to the latest research through our own research and development team.  
  • Gain meaningful experience through empowering autistic people, their families, carers, and the wider community.  

Autism Queensland strives to create environments where everyone has equal access to connect their greatest passions with their fullest potential, celebrating all people and their right to participate and belong. We ask that you please let us know if there are any adjustments you may need to ensure you are supported during our recruitment process.

Please note that a Covid-19 vaccination question may appear in the pre-screen questionnaire when you apply through SEEK. This is being phased out and will not be considered during our recruitment and selection process as this is not a requirement of employment with Autism Queensland.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:
  • What is your employment eligibility status?
  • Do you currently hold/are able to obtain, a valid Working with Children Blue Card?
  • Do you currently hold/are able to obtain, a valid NDIS Workers Clearance Card?

Company profile

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Autism Queensland

Who is Autism Queensland?

Autism Queensland is a not-for-profit organisation with a vision for a life of participation, opportunity and choice for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

We provide specialised education, therapy and support services for people of all ages with ASD and their families and are Queensland's longest serving and most experienced agency in the delivery of early intervention, education and training, therapy and respite care.

The Autistic Children's Association of Queensland (Inc.), as the organisation was first known, was registered as a charity with the Queensland Government on 1 October, 1967. Its first funded program was employment of a part-time Occupational Therapist who worked with two children. After several slight name changes, Autism Queensland Association Inc (1999), Autism Queensland Inc (2002), the organisation became a company limited by guarantee, Autism Queensland Limited, in 2013.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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