Youth Worker - Brighton High School - 981531

Tasmanian Government; Brighton; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Tasmanian Government's Department for Education, Children and Young People invites applications for a Youth Worker at Brighton High School to mentor students and families and support improved transition, attendance and retention.

This fixed‑term, full-time position (73.5 hours per fortnight) runs from 4 February 2027 to 16 December 2027; applicants must hold current Tasmanian RWVP registration and be committed to child safety and community collaboration.

Qualifications

• Must have Tasmanian RWVP registration with Employment status.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring and support to students and families at Brighton High School.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve transition, attendance and retention.

Job description

Youth Worker - Brighton High School - 981531

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

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 15 November, 2026 11:55 PM

Sunday 15 November, 2026 11:55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 4

$86,325 to $99,237 per annum

Employment type:

Fixed-term, full-time

Region:

South

Work collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders to provide a mentoring and support service to students and families. Contribute to capacity building of Brighton High School's community to improve transition, attendance and retention.

About the Role

Work collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders to provide a mentoring and support service to students and families. Contribute to capacity building of Brighton High School's community to improve transition, attendance and retention.

We are offering

• 4 February 2027 to 16 December 2027
• Full-time, 73.5hours per fortnight
• We are a child-safe organisation

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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 (RWVP) with a registration Status – Employment

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.
• 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.

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 [phone] or email [e-mail].

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

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:

Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 4

$86,325 to $99,237 per annum

Employment type:

Fixed-term, full-time

Region:

South

Work collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders to provide a mentoring and support service to students and families. Contribute to capacity building of Brighton High School's community to improve transition, attendance and retention.

Department for Education, Children and Young People

Award:

Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 4

$86,325 to $99,237 per annum

Employment type:

Fixed-term, full-time

Region:

South

Work collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders to provide a mentoring and support service to students and families. Contribute to capacity building of Brighton High School's community to improve transition, attendance and retention.

• 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.