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.

What we're offering

• We are a child-safe organisation
• Pathways to grow your career

About the Role

Provide leadership and advice in line with current Departmental values, goals and priorities to ensure the implementation of system supports that assist in strengthening the understanding, pedagogical practices, curriculum delivery and assessment processes of Early Years from birth to kindergarten. The role will do this in collaboration with the Program Manager, developing and implementing policy, practice and professional learning resources to reflect comprehensive research and quality teaching practice.

This role requires a strong ability to research and synthesise current early childhood educational research, with a focus on applying these insights in alignment with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). It involves providing expert pedagogical advice and support to Department for Education, Children and Young People (DECYP) early years sites and the broader Education and Care Sector. A high-level understanding of DECYP’s Assessment Guide and Pedagogical Framework, and their application to the pre-compulsory school years, is essential.

Period of Appointment

ASAP for 2 years

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

44.1 hours per fortnight

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.

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.

You will be prompted to upload a 1-2 page short application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties and a resume.  

Applicants should forward/include:

• a 1–2-page short form application addressing the selection criteria;
• 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.

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

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: Jodi Upton
Title: Program Manager - Early Years Initiatives
Phone: 0408 556 923
Email: jodi.upton@decyp.tas.gov.au