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.

Duties

Provide leadership and strategic direction related to operational activities throughout Learning Services, including alignment of processes and functions within established frameworks which support schools, colleges and Child and Family Learning Centres (CFLC) to appropriately and proactively manage allocated financial, physical and staffing resources.  Provide high level advice and support to the Director Learning Services and Deputy Secretary within the Schools and Early Years, to assist with proactive community and stakeholder engagement, particularly related to significant project initiatives.

Period of Appointment

ASAP for 12 months

Hours per fortnight

73.5 hours per fortnight

Essential Requirements

• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status - Employment).

Desirable Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications. A senior executive with a proven record of management in a large private or public sector organisation.

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

Statement of Duties (PDF)

The State Service Senior Executive Leadership Capability Framework should also be used to assist in the preparation of any application. 

Senior Executive Leadership Capability Framework

How to apply

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

Applicants should forward/include:

• Comprehensive CV, including two referees
• One page summary that outlines skills and experience aligned to the selection criteria (as outlined in the Statement of Duties) 

NOTE:

1. All applications must include a valid email address for delivery of acknowledgement and other correspondence.

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

Applicants will receive an automatic email confirmation when an application is successfully received.

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: Benjamin Neate
Title: Director Learning Services
Phone: 03 6777 2402
Email: benjamin.neate@decyp.tas.gov.au