Deputy Head of Learning

• Join a growing not-for-profit organisation
• To $116,500 (DOE) + super + generous salary packaging benefits
• Full time 12 month contract
• Relocation support available for interstate candidates

About Us

Children’s Ground is working to create an environment where families realise their aspirations for the next generation of children to be free from trauma and suffering, enjoy equity and safety, be able to grow into adulthood happy and healthy, and have agency over their social, cultural, political and economic life. To learn more about Children’s Ground and the work we do, visit our website: https://www.childrensground.org.au

About the Job

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, creative, experienced educationalist to take a leadership role in the Children’s Ground’s Learning and Wellbeing team. The position will be responsible for both teaching during session delivery and supporting educators who work across multiple locations in Central Australia by providing direction, support and supervision alongside the Head of Learning.

By privileging first culture with the best of western teachings, delivery is guided by the frameworks Arrernte-kenhe Angkentye (Arrernte Early Years framework) and Apmerenge-ntyele (Everything comes from the land). With a growing team of both First Nations and non First Nations educators, a community development approach ensures inclusivity, collaboration and solutions focused problem solving. Committing to community plans that outline community aspirations assists with learning planning and focus. This position will work in the centre, outstations, communities and ‘on country’.

What does a typical day at Children’s Ground look like for an educator?

Our educators work with a community of First Nations educators, families and children to assist in fulfilling their visions and wishes for their community and their children. Every community is set up a little bit differently, but generally our educators come into our central location each day. From there, they will prepare for a day of learning out on country, or a day at a learning location based in community or at town camps. A day will involve preparing materials, packing vehicles, coordinating pickups, driving, setting up the learning environment, discussing community development with families, managing learning and health data entry, and observing and recording learning and development which includes considering individual learning plans.

About You

We are seeking someone with a minimum of 5 years teaching experience and recognised qualifications in Early Years or Primary Education who has experience organising a learning environment that suits different ages and abilities (multi-aged class). You will have experience with First Nation communities and a deep understanding of the key challenges facing First Nation Peoples, and the strengths of First Nations Peoples. It requires an innovative educator with experience in curriculum and resource development. You need to be an active person who is capable of working regularly in outdoor conditions and can cope sitting, standing and moving around in outdoor settings. It may also involve regular bending and lifting as part of working with children aged 0 – 8 years. Any experience in immersion schooling, bilingual education, Montessori or Steiner would be valuable to the role.

We invite you to walk with us on this unique journey…

The position description can be found on the Children’s Ground website - Work With Us | Children's Ground (childrensground.org.au)

Please apply via Seek and upload your current resume and 2-page pitch. Your pitch should tell us more about who you are, what you are passionate about, what interests you about the role and why you may be a good fit for Children’s Ground and this position, along with your current resume. Selection criteria in the position description will guide how to frame your pitch and will provide some idea about the content of an interview.

Applications will close Tuesday 1 April 2025.

In line with our workforce development strategy, Children's Ground strongly encourages and supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply.