Teacher - Smithton High School - Multiple Positions

Teacher - Smithton High School - Multiple Positions

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

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 23 November, 2025 11:55 PM

Sunday 23 November, 2025 11:55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Teaching Service (Tasmanian Public Sector) Award - Teacher Band 1

$82,828 to $118,328 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

North West

To implement and manage appropriate learning programs for students and to assess individual student progress.

The Team

At Smithton High School, staff work collaboratively in a supportive and inclusive environment where teamwork, innovation, and student success are at the heart of everything we do. Our dedicated educators are committed to fostering resilience, creativity, and curiosity in students, supported by strong community partnerships and a shared vision of educational excellence. New team members are welcomed into a culture that values connection, professional growth, and making a meaningful impact.

About the Role

To implement and manage appropriate learning programs for students and to assess individual student progress.

We are offering

- Ongoing - Start date of 2 February 2026

- Full-time,70hours per fortnight

- Support with moving costs, short-term accommodation, and potential of subsided housing near the school

- Access to mentoring, induction programs, and career progression opportunities within the Department for Education, Children and Young People

- Welcoming school culture focused on curiosity, resilience, and creativity

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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 (Registration Status – Employment)

- A registered teacher with full registration within the meaning of the Teachers Registration Act 2000.

- Current certificate of registration; or provisional registration; or limited authority to teach granted by the Teachers Registration Board (Tasmania) in accordance with the provisions of the Teachers Registration Act 2000. Please note that a person with a limited authority to teach can only be employed on a fixed-term basis.

- Under the Teaching Service (Tasmanian Public Sector) Award.

- Classification and progression are based upon training, qualifications, and satisfactory performance.

- Progression to Band 1 Level 13 requires an employee to have been at Band 1 Level 12 for 12 months or more and have full teacher registration as certified by the Teachers Registration Board (Tasmania).

- 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

- 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.

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

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 recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au.

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 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.

- 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.

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