School Principal (Special Assistance School) Silver Lining Foundation Australia – Cairns QLD Mungalla Silver Lining School (Cairns) in Far North Queensland is seeking a highly motivated, compassionate and dedicated School Principal to lead our small independent Special Assistance School. Are you someone who will deeply invest in our mission and, most importantly, in the potential of our Indigenous young people? Are you someone who is engaging and passionate about transforming lives through meaningful relationships and learning experiences? Are you passionate about working with young people who are disengaged or are at risk of disengaging from school? Do you have patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to see young people thrive? Are you motivated to make a tangible difference in the community and shape the next generation of Indigenous young people?

ABOUT US
Silver Lining Foundation Australia Ltd (SLFA) (https://silverlining.org.au) is a growing Indigenous led charity whose objective is to provide benevolent relief to First Nations Australians. SLFA has multiple School and Programs based in Queensland that provide culturally appropriate services that cater for the diverse needs of disenfranchised Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Our Schools and Programs work with predominantly Indigenous young people to provide culturally appropriate education and other social and health focused support services. SLFA is committed to meaningful equity and diversity in our workforce. We do this by creating a workplace which embraces and celebrates the value of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, their skills and contributions. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. SLFA's Mungalla Silver Lining School (Cairns)



is a Co-Educational secondary independent Special Assistance School caters for the diverse learning needs of disenfranchised Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people. The School is a ‘micro school’, where the student cohort generally does not exceed more than 35 students. The School provides opportunities for young people to re-engage in their education by delivering learning experiences that are culturally rich, age appropriate and academically achievable. Students are at the centre of professional practice, with their needs, backgrounds, perspectives and interests reflected in the School's learning programs. Grounded in strong relationships, trauma-informed practice, and community connections, the School is committed to walking alongside its young people on their educational journey. CHILD SAFETY STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT SLFA is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all children and young people. We have zero tolerance for child abuse, harm, or neglect and are dedicated to upholding the rights, dignity, and wellbeing of every child and young person. We recognise that children and young people have the right to feel safe, respected, and heard. We actively work to create a culture where child safety is embedded in everything we do, guided by the National Child Safe Principles and the Universal Child Secure Standards. SLFA is committed to:




- Promoting the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our schools, programs, services, and activities.
- Creating a child-safe culture where children and young people are valued, their voices are listened to, and their concerns are taken seriously.
- Ensuring equity and inclusion, with particular attention to the safety and empowerment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, children with disability, and children who may be vulnerable.
- Maintaining robust child-safe policies, procedures, and practices that are clearly communicated and regularly reviewed.
- Ensuring all staff, volunteers, contractors, and SLFA Board Directors understand their responsibilities to keep children and young people safe and are appropriately screened, trained, and supported.
- Encouraging and responding appropriately to the reporting of concerns, complaints, or allegations, in line with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Continuously reviewing and improving our child safety practices to ensure they remain effective and responsive.
- Everyone at SLFA shares responsibility for safeguarding children and young people. We are committed to acting in the best interests of children and young people at all times and to fostering environments where they can thrive, participate, and reach their full potential. ABOUT YOU You are someone who:
- Is reliable, dedicated, and consistent in coming to work each day.
- Is hardworking and conscientious about contributing to the team and achieving outcomes with young people.
- Is caring, nurturing, and patient, with a calm and positive approach in working with young people and as part of a small staff team.
- Is organised and can follow

📌 School Principal (Cairns)
🏢 Silver Lining Foundation Australia
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