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.

About the Role

In partnership with local communities, assist with developing and maintaining the Early Learning for 3 Year Olds (EL3) trial in designated communities.
At the direction of the Manager, Community Engagement, work collaboratively with the community, parents/caregivers, local and state government agencies and service providers to support the place-based approach to the design and delivery of the EL3 trial.

Period of Appointment

ASAP until December 2026

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

29.4 hours per fortnight (2 days per week)

Essential Requirements

• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment)
• A current driver’s licence.

Desirable Requirements

• An appropriate qualification, such as a qualification in Child Care, Early Childhood Education, Health Care and/or Community Development, or a related discipline.

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online:

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.

Applicants should include:

• a 1–2 page short form application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and
• a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

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.

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: Kylie Britten
Title: Senior Policy and Project Officer - Community Engagement
Phone: 03 6165 6947
Email: kylie.britten@decyp.tas.gov.au