Assistant Principal - Austins Ferry Primary School - 970109

Department for Education, Children and Young People; Hobart; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Austins Ferry Primary School, located on Hobart's western shore, invites applications for a full-time leadership role assisting the Principal in educational leadership, management and administration. The appointee will contribute to a supportive school culture that fosters lifelong learning for students and staff.

The position starts 1 February 2027, is ongoing, and offers pathways to grow your career, with Wellbeing Connect and Fitness Passport support for staff wellbeing and a confidential

Qualifications

• Current Tasmanian RWVP registration with an employment status
• Registered teacher with full registration under the Tasmanian Teachers Registration Act 2000
• Qualifications as defined by the Tasmanian Industrial Commission for the Teaching Service (Tasmanian Public Sector) Award 2005

Responsibilities

• Assist the Principal in general educational leadership, management and administration
• Support effective teaching and administration to maintain a positive learning environment

Skills

RWVP registration

Full teacher registration

Education

Tasmanian Public Sector Award (Teaching Service)

Job description

The Team

Be part of a strong, inclusive & collaborative Leadership team who look after each other. Austins Ferry Primary School is located on Hobart's western shore, a short 15 minute drive to the city and 5 minutes to Hobart’s famous MONA museum. Providing a supportive environment which encourages students and staff to become lifelong learners and valued members of the school community.

About The Role

Be part of a strong, inclusive & collaborative Leadership team who look after each other. Assist the Principal in the general educational leadership, management and administration at Austins Ferry Primary School.

We are offering

• Ongoing - start date of 1 February 2027
• Full-time, 70 hours per fortnight
• 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

• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a 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.

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)

Applications should be submitted online by 11.55pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.

Name: Samuel Cure

Title: Principal - Austins Ferry Primary School

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

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.