The Team

The Learning Pathways Team undertakes high-level, strategic policy development and implementation to support Education International, vocational learning initiatives in schools, career and life planning for young people and VET in schools, all with a common focus on improving retention and attainment rates for Tasmanian children and young people. The team are responsible for the strategic, tactical and operational management of initiatives and programs that meet compliance obligations, legislative requirements, government direction, national imperatives and state priorities for Learning Pathways.

About the Role

To manage the operational delivery of career education projects and programs, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements, supporting schools in transition planning, and driving continuous improvement in career education through stakeholder engagement, policy development, and program delivery.

We are offering:

• Ongoing - Start date 1 November 2025 
• 73.5 hours per fortnight

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.

About You

• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a registration Status – Employment
• Relevant tertiary qualification
• Current drivers’ licence

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)

How to apply 

Applications should include:

• a 1–2 page written response demonstrating your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and
• 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.

For further guidance please refer to our Information for Applicants (PDF).

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

Applications should be submitted online by 11.30pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.

For more information

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: Lauren Job
Title: Acting Director - Vocational Learning
Phone: 0432 500 953
Email: lauren.job@decyp.tas.gov.au

Should you have any difficulties applying for this vacancy online, please contact the Recruitment team via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au. 

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.