Advanced Skills Teacher - Beyond the Plate Project

Department for Education, Children and Young People; Hobart; Sur place; AUD 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Fixed-term appointment

Full-time

70 hours per fortnight

Child-safe organisation

Career growth opportunities

Résumé du poste

Bayview Secondary College on Hobart's Eastern Shore launches a transformative five-year food, environment and enterprise education initiative. The Advanced Skills Teacher will provide strategic leadership and oversee delivery, coordinating with staff, industry partners and community organisations to build authentic, work-integrated learning across Years 7–10 and develop VET pathways.

The role emphasizes embedding experiential learning, fostering student engagement and strengthening long-term

Qualifications

• Registered teacher with full registration under the Teachers Registration Act 2000.
• Tasmanian Industrial Commission qualifications 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.

Responsabilités

• Provide strategic leadership, coordination and oversight of Bayview Secondary College's transformative five-year food, environment and enterprise education initiative.
• Lead the implementation of a whole-school approach to experiential learning that connects students with pathways in horticulture, hospitality, tourism, environmental sustainability, bush foods, and social enterprise.
• Embed authentic, hands-on learning experiences across Years 7–10, develop VET pathways, strengthen community partnerships, and ensure long-term sustainability of the program.

Description du poste

Bayview Secondary College is a dynamic and innovative school community on Hobart’s Eastern Shore, enrolling between 350 to 400 students. With modern, purpose-built facilities including a STEAM hub, performing arts centre, senior secondary learning spaces, fitness and athlete development centre, and industry-standard vocational training facilities, the college provides outstanding opportunities for student learning and growth. Bayview is committed to delivering high-quality educational experiences in a supportive, community-focused environment that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.

About The Role

"Beyond the Plate" is more than a project—it is a transformative approach to learning that empowers young people to connect education with real-world opportunities, helping every student at Bayview Secondary College see a pathway to a successful future.

The Beyond the Plate Advanced Skills Teacher will provide strategic leadership, coordination and oversight of Bayview Secondary College's transformative five-year food, environment and enterprise education initiative.

This role will lead the implementation of a whole-school approach to experiential learning that connects students with pathways in horticulture, hospitality, tourism, environmental sustainability, bush foods, and social enterprise. The AST will work collaboratively with staff, students, industry partners, government agencies and community organisations to ensure the successful delivery of project outcomes that improve student engagement, attendance, aspirations and post-school opportunities.

The position will be responsible for embedding authentic, hands‑on learning experiences across Years 7–10, developing VET pathways, strengthening community partnerships, and ensuring the long‑term sustainability of the program.

We are offering

• Fixed‑term appointment, commencing 1 February 2027 until 21 December 2029
• Full‑time
• 70 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.
• 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)

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.

Gill Berriman

Principal - Bayview Secondary College

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