This is a Department built entirely for children and young people and their communities.  Our ultimate goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.

The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.

About the Roles

• Advanced Skills Teacher - Wellbeing and Student Support 

The Advanced Skills Teacher (AST) position for Wellbeing and Student Support will be centred around wellbeing. The AST will be required to deliver professional learning around Learning Plans, The Case Management Platform and developing a strong school culture. The AST will be required to complete student moderation for those on the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD). As part of the School Support and Wellbeing Team (SSWT) the AST will use whole school data to inform decision making and evaluate impact, especially around attendance.  Lead the process of transitions into high school and work directly with students to ensure they have a strong voice within the school. 

• Advanced Skills Teacher - Teaching, Learning and Assessment 

The Advanced Skills Teacher (AST) position for Teaching and Learning will be centred on leading the school’s improvement agenda in literacy and numeracy. The AST will consistently use data to identify future school direction and evaluate impact of school actions. The AST will lead Professional Learning Team's (PLT's), and run whole school professional learning in both literacy and numeracy. The AST will be required to coach and mentor other staff in literacy, numeracy and pedagogy.

Period of Appointment

Ongoing - start date of 28 July 2025

Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.

Hours per fortnight

• 35 hours per fortnight for Advanced Skills Teacher - Teaching, Learning and Assessment
• 35 hours per fortnight for Advanced Skills Teacher - Wellbeing and Student Support

Essential Requirements

• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment)
• A registered teacher with full registration within the meaning of the Teachers Registration Act 2000.
• Qualifications as established by the Tasmanian Industrial Commission in the Teaching Service (Tasmanian Public Sector) Award, 2005.

Desirable Requirements

• Four years or more training as defined in the Teaching Service (Tasmanian Public Sector) Award 2005. 

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online can be found here:

Statement Of Duties (PDF)

Statement Of Duties (DOCX)

Information for Applicants (PDF)

How to apply 

Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.

Applicants should forward/include:

• a statement addressing the selection criteria; and
• a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.

All applicants are required to supply a valid email address with their application for the purposes of email communication.

The cost associated with obtaining a Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status - Employment) is the responsibility of the individual.

Applications should be made via the Apply Now button and submitted online by 11.30pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.

Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au. 

Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.

Name:  Blair Curtis
Title:     Principal - Snug Primary School
Phone: (03) 6267 9230
Email:   blair.curtis@decyp.tas.gov.au