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.
What we're offering
- Work in a dynamic multi-disciplinary team.
- We are a child-safe organisation
- Pathways to grow your career
About the Role
Manage the day-to-day operations of a student residence facility, ensuring the delivery of a safe and supported service for years 11 and 12 students living away from home to complete their studies. The role will provide leadership and support to facility staff who are responsible for the engagement, safeguarding, wellbeing, and supervision of residents, subsequently building the self-esteem, resilience, capacity and engagement of all student residents, and ensuring their success in the completion of their studies.
Location
x 1 position in Burnie
x 1 position in Launceston
Period of Appointment
Ongoing - ASAP start date
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.
Hours per fortnight
73.5 hours per fortnight
Essential Requirements
- Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment)
Desirable Requirements
- A current driver’s licence
- Relevant Qualifications
Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online can be found here:
Statement Of Duties (PDF)
Statement Of Duties (DOCX)
Information for Applicants (PDF)
How to apply
Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.
You will be prompted to upload a 1-2 page short application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties and a resume.
Applicants should forward/include:
- a 1–2-page short form application addressing the selection criteria;
- a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.
All applicants are required to supply a valid email address with their application for the purposes of email communication.
The cost associated with obtaining a Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status - Employment) is the responsibility of the individual.
Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
Applications should be made via the Apply Now button and submitted online by 11.30pm 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.
Name: Stuart Wright
Title: Manager Statewide Student Residences
Phone: 0448 697 409
Email: stuart.wright@decyp.tas.gov.au