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.
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.
Duties To lead and direct the educational program and administration of a school/college in accordance with appropriate Acts, Regulations and guidelines.
Period of Appointment 1 January 2025 to 11 April 2025
Hours per fortnight 70 hours per fortnight
Essential Requirements The Registration to Work with Vulnerable People Act 2013 requires persons undertaking work in a regulated activity to be registered. A regulated activity is a child related service or activity defined in the Registration to Work with Vulnerable People Regulations 2014. This registration must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of this may be checked at any time during employment.Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment) In accordance with section 106 (a) and (b) of the Education Act 2016, all Principals must be a registered teacher with full registration within the meaning of the Teachers Registration Act 2000. Satisfactory completion of the School Leadership and Management Prerequisites (SLMP) Desirable Requirements Four years or more training as defined in the Teaching Service (Tasmanian Public Sector) Award 2005. Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online can be found here: Statement Of Duties (PDF) Guide to Applicants – Principal Short Form Application (PDF) How to apply Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.
To apply provide:
Two-page statement addressing the selection criteria A current resume/CV, up to six pages A short covering letter up to 1 page Two professional referees. NOTE: While applications are invited from employees as per the advertised scope, those applicants whose substantive salary is higher than the advertised salary will not be considered unless they indicate that they are prepared to accept a temporary reduction for the duration of the appointment. The successful applicant is not eligible to receive expenses if they change the location of their residence. 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 or email
Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person. Name: Louise Stackhouse
Title: Executive Officer
Phone: 6777 1481
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