Millenba is an alternative state high school located in Tennyson that supports up to 50 students who have disengaged from mainstream education due to complex and ongoing mental health challenges. At Millenba, students are provided with a flexible, inclusive and individualised learning environment that enables them to re-engage with education through the Australian Curriculum and a range of senior pathways. Our focus is on supporting each student to reconnect with learning, develop confidence and achieve their personal goals. Most students are enrolled at Millenba for a period of 12 to 18 months. Students are then supported to transition to further education, training, or employment that aligns with their individual learning goals and future aspirations.

Job details

2027 Opportunity

Millenba is seeking a Temporary Full-time Humanities, Social Sciences and English teacher for Years 7-10 for 2027. 

A key aspect of the teaching role at Millenba involves the case management of individual students. As a case manager, teachers work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team that includes regional departmental staff and external agencies, providing a holistic and coordinated approach to supporting each student's educational and wellbeing needs. Teaching staff need to be able to differentiate teaching and learning to meet the diverse needs of students across a wide range of abilities and multi-age classrooms. Demonstrated understanding and application of trauma informed practices is highly desirable. along with a commitment to demonstrating unconditional positive regard for vulnerable students with complex mental health needs.

Why Millenba

• Holistic Growth - Work in an environment centred on social, emotional and academic recovery, helping students build pathways back to mainstream school, training or employment within 12-18 months
• Collaborative Care - Partner closely with an extended multidisciplinary team including mental health clinicians, guidance officers, families and external agencies
• Supportive Classroom Environment - low student-to-teacher ratios and flexible schedules

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities

What You'll Need

• Relevant teaching qualification
• Full or provisional QCT registration
• Australian working rights or valid visa
• Pre-service and graduate teachers are encouraged to apply (include practicum reports, mentor statements & unofficial transcript)

How to apply

• Click the Green 'Apply online' button below
• Enter your personal details
• Attach your resume including two professional referees

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All applicants are encouraged to apply to the Department of Education Teacher Application Portal to be considered for current and future roles.

Existing permanent teachers are encouraged to apply for the teacher transfer process, noting that relocation entitlements may not apply.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applicants are encouraged to commence and submit their application as early as possible as the Department of Education reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

Documents

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