Curriculum Planning Toolkit Developer

• $129,062 to $135,207
• Fixed-term, full-time
• Queensland Childrens Hospital

• Reference number: 231034A
• Term: Fixed-term, full-time
• Remuneration: $147,142 to $154,148 pa (HEW9) (inclusive of $124,337 to $130,257 pa salary, 17% superannuation and leave loading)
• Location: Queensland Childrens Hospital
• Open to: Open to applicants who have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the fixed-term appointment. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Curriculum Planning Toolkit Developer to join School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, Faculty of Health, Academic Division.

The Food and Nutrition Education (FNE) Curriculum Planning Toolkit Developer will co-design a food and nutrition education curriculum planning toolkit for use in Queensland primary schools as part of the #SchoolFoodies project. The position is responsible for the development of the toolkit and reports to the CCNR Centre Director for supervision and workload management. The project consists of two co-design workshops with Queensland primary school educators to develop prototypes of a food and nutrition education curriculum planning toolkit. These will be followed by an asynchronous co-design process with participants. The position will be supported by co-design and food and nutrition experts with experiences working in Queensland schools.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

The School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences includes the disciplines of sports and exercise science, nutrition and dietetics, and health and physical education. The School offers bachelor degrees in each of the discipline areas as well as postgraduate study at Masters (research), MPhil, and PhD levels. The School has a strong research culture and expects members to undertake scholarly research and to supervise research students.

The School also has a number of strategic alliances with leading business, industry and government groups. A key aim is to deliver a high quality, sustainable practicum program that is well integrated with the overall curricula and that enhances the career prospects of our students and our reputation with our disciplines and industry partners.

The School has a significant and ongoing commitment to the QUT Health Clinics, run from a purpose built facility on the Kelvin Grove campus. The QUT Health Clinics aim to provide quality clinical education to students and quality patient care to the community in both the Exercise Physiology and Nutrition and Dietetics Clinics.

The Centre for Child Nutrition Research (CCNR) sits within the Faculty of Health and the School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences. The CCNR is funded by the Children’s Hospital Foundation for four years to co-create evidence-based research to develop new knowledge to enable Queensland children to live healthier lives through better food and nutrition. It is a joint collaboration between QUT and QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute (QIMRB).

The CCNR will be based at the Centre for Children’s Health Research in South Brisbane. The Centre is required to deliver on six projects as well as build capacity and sustainability..

What you need to succeed

Essential Selection Criteria
1. Education and training equivalent to postgraduate qualifications in education and health or food and nutrition, or a related area with extensive relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
2. Demonstrated experience with curriculum planning for the food and nutrition elements of version 8.4 of the Australian Curriculum in Queensland primary schools, for example has worked in a head of curriculum role.
3. Advanced facilitation skills with an outcomes-focused approach, achieving high levels of participant engagement.
4. Strong written communication skills for the preparation of various materials including workshop materials, reports, presentations, working in an online environment, and toolkit/teacher resource development.

Desirable Selection Criteria
1. Experience and/or skills with adult learning are highly valued.
2. A working knowledge of/experience with curriculum planning using version 9 of the Australian Curriculum is also highly valued.
3. Experience with, or a desire to learn, co-design processes would be advantageous (support and supervision with skilled co-designers will also be provided).

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation. 
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
• Leave loading of 17.5%. 
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
• We see diversity and inclusion as our strengths. 
• Explore more benefits of life at QUT .

In support of our

Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy

, we aspire to an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6% and we encourage Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a fulfilling career. 

We believe in creating safe spaces for inclusivity to flourish and we know that diversity is our strength –

see our commitment

. If you’re curious, innovative, and ready to experience what a career at QUT can offer, we’re ready to meet you.  

Job opens: 21-Feb-2024

Applications Close: 06-Mar-2024 at 11.30pm

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