The Team

At Devonport High School, the teaching team is known for its collaborative approach, high expectations, and commitment to student achievement. The school promotes a culture of aspiration, courage, growth and respect, with staff working together to provide differentiated learning opportunities that support, challenge and extend every student. The Advanced Skills Teacher team contributes to this culture by helping drive best practice in teaching and learning, mentoring colleagues, and ensuring students are engaged in a modern, supportive learning environment focused on continuous improvement and success. Applicants are encouraged to contact the convenor for specific information regarding the two positions available.

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.

We are offering

- Ongoing - Start date 1 February 2027
- Full-time, 70 hours per fortnight
- Two positions available
- We are a child-safe organisation
- Pathways to grow your career

Fitness Passport provides DECYP employees with discounted access to 50+ facilities across the state, helping you and your family meet your fitness goals!

Wellbeing Connect is DECYP's pathway to free confidential counselling services. Wellbeing Connect isn't just for when things get tough. It's designed to support your wellbeing every day - helping you to stay on track, build healthy habits, and access expert advice across a range of areas important for your overall wellbeing

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

- 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.
- Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a registration Status - Employment

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.

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online

- Statement Of Duties (PDF)
- Statement Of Duties (DOCX)

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 or email

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

Name: Simon Wilson

Title: Acting Principal - Devonport High School

Phone:

Email:

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 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 our values and are committed to building a strong values based culture.

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📌 Advanced Skills Teacher - Devonport High School - Multiple Positions (City of Burnie)
🏢 Department For Education, Children And Young People
📍 City of Burnie