Applications for this EoI are restricted to employees within this Agency in accordance with Managing Positions in the State Service 2016 and Employment in the State Service - Employment Direction No. 1.

The Team

Located just outside Burnie, Ridgley Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive Birth to Grade 6 learning community where every child is known, valued and respected. Guided by the values of respect, responsibility, inclusion and striving for excellence, the school fosters a positive culture that supports students to develop confidence, resilience and a lifelong love of learning. With a strong focus on student voice, wellbeing and community partnerships, Ridgley Primary provides a nurturing environment where all learners are encouraged to achieve their personal best.

As an Instructional Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening teaching practice and improving student outcomes across the school. Working collaboratively with leadership and teaching staff, you will support the implementation of evidence-based instructional approaches, build teacher capability through coaching and professional learning, and help drive a culture of continuous improvement. This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact within a supportive school community committed to excellence in learning, wellbeing and achievement for every student.

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

- Fixed-term, commencing 1 February 2026 until 16 April 2026
- Part-time, working 42 hours 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 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.
- 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)

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 [email protected].

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

Name: Donna Jaffray
Title: Principal - Ridgley Primary School
Phone: (03) 6435 7291
Email: [email protected]

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

📌 Advanced Skills Teacher - Ridgley Primary School - 969579 (Tasmania)
🏢 Department of Education Tasmania
📍 Tasmania