The Team
Working as an MDT Teacher Assistant at Port Dalrymple School is a rewarding opportunity to support students as they develop practical skills, creativity, and confidence through hands-on learning experiences. The role allows you to work alongside teachers in a dynamic learning environment where students can design, create, problem-solve, and take pride in their achievements.
As an MDT TA, you have the privilege of helping students build valuable life skills such as teamwork, resilience, critical thinking, and safe work practices. Seeing students grow in confidence as they develop new skills and complete projects is both fulfilling and inspiring.
About the Role
Provide assistance to the teacher(s) by carrying out a wide range of teacher support tasks in the material design and technology learning area. May also provide support and assistance to students with behavioural issues.
We are offering
- Ongoing, commencing 1 February 2026
- Part-time, 40 hours per fortnight
- We are a child-safe organisation
- Pathways to grow your career
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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 subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.
We are looking for
Essential
- Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a registration Status – Employment
Desirable
- College or TAFE studies in health and/or education support.
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.
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.
More information
For further guidance please refer to our Information for Applicants (PDF).
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: Lorna Clifford
Title: School Business Manager - Port Dalrymple School
Phone: (03) 6382 0500
Email: lorna.clifford@education.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.
