At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and implement engaging learning programs for diverse students at Prospect High School.
- Company: Prospect High School, a top-performing school in Tasmania with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Full-time role with career growth, fitness discounts, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Join a child-safe organisation committed to student wellbeing and success.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Registered teacher with experience in Australian Curriculum subjects.
The predicted salary is between 69300 - 84700 $ per year.
The teaching and non-teaching staff at Prospect High School work collaboratively to develop strong, respectful relationships and a safe, orderly and supportive environment where students are well known. The school has a rich and diverse culture and includes a significant number of International and EAL students.
We pride ourselves on the quality pedagogy and intervention/extension programs for literacy and numeracy. As a result, Prospect High School was acknowledged as one of the top 10 schools in Tasmania for achieving improvement with NAPLAN results continuously over a period of five years.
About The Role
To implement and manage appropriate learning programs for students and to assess individual student progress. To assist the Principal in the general educational leadership, management and administration of a particular sector of a school or college. The successful applicant will be required to lead one of the core Australian Curriculum subject areas.
We are offering
- Ongoing - Start date 1 February 2027
- Full-time
- 70 hours per fortnight
We are a child-safe organisation.
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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.
We are looking for
- Essential
- Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a 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
- Four years or more training as defined in the Teaching Service (Tasmanian Public Sector) Award 2005.
Please note: The cost associated with obtaining a RWVP is the responsibility of the individual.
How To Apply
Applications should include:
- a 1–2 page written response demonstrating your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and
- a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.
- a valid email address for the purposes of email communication.
- The contact details of two referees (one must be your current or previous manager) who can confirm your work performance and ability to perform the duties.
Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria. Applications should be submitted online by 11.55pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.
More information
For further guidance please refer to our Information for Applicants (PDF). 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 Frerk
Title: Principal - Prospect High School
Phone: 03 6344 4744
Email: benjamin.frerk@decyp.tas.gov.au
About DECYP
Our 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. Our values of Connection, Courage, Growth, Respect, Responsibility represent the foundation of our department’s culture and guide us in all that we do to ensure bright lives and positive futures for every child and young person in Tasmania. We bring our values to life through our everyday behaviours and actions. We want to attract, recruit and retain people who uphold these values and are committed to building a strong values-based culture.
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Contact Details:
Department for Education, Children and Young People Recruitment Team
