Assistant Principal - Launceston Big Picture School -

Department for Education, Children and Young People
Schools and Early Years
Schools (Northern Region)

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 27 September, :55 PM

Sunday 27 September, :55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Teaching Service (Tasmanian Public Sector) Award - Assistant Principal

$143,334 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

North

To assist the Principal in the general educational leadership, management and administration of a school or college.

The Team

Launceston Big Picture School is a high-expectation learning community where personalised learning is at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to creating a supportive and respectful environment where every student can thrive and every teacher can make a meaningful impact.

Our approach is guided by three key principles:

- Relationships
- Relevance
- Rigorous and Highly Personalised Learning

Working in partnership with students and families, we foster a culture of engagement, achievement, and lifelong learning.

About the Role

To assist the Principal in the general educational leadership, management and administration of a school or college.

We are offering

- Ongoing from November 2026
- Full time
- 70hours per fortnight
- We are a child-safe organisation
- Pathways to grow your career

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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 subsequentfull-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.

We are looking for

- 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.
- 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

- 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.

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:Cindy-Anne Johnston
Title: Principal - Launceston Big Picture 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 ofConnection, Courage, Growth, Respect, Responsibilityrepresent the foundation of our department’s culture and guide us in all that we do to ensurebright lives positive futuresfor 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.

Department for Education, Children and Young People

Award:

Teaching Service (Tasmanian Public Sector) Award - Assistant Principal

$143,334 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

North

To assist the Principal in the general educational leadership, management and administration of a school or college.

Department for Education, Children and Young People

Award:

Teaching Service (Tasmanian Public Sector) Award - Assistant Principal

$143,334 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

North

To assist the Principal in the general educational leadership, management and administration of a school or college.

- Department for Education, Children and Young People 1
- Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
- Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
- Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.

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📌 Assistant Principal - Launceston Big Picture School - 977701
🏢 Tasmanian Government
📍 Launceston