The Team Tasmanian Government Schools implement the Early Years Learning Framework, the Australian Curriculum from Prep to Year 10 and the Lifting Literacy Priority from Prep to Year 12. Development and Support has a pivotal role in supporting principals, school leaders and teachers in delivering contemporary curriculum’s and implementing the Lifting Literacy priority, to meet the needs of our children and young people. About the Role The Assistant Director has a key role in the strategic leadership and guidance for the successful development, system-wide implementation and ongoing evaluation of the Minimum Schooling Guarantee for reading, in line with the DECYP Lifting Literacy Implementation Plan. We are offering 2 February 2026 to 1 February 2029 full-time 73.5 hours per fortnight We are a child-safe organisation Pathways to grow your career Fitness Passport provides DECYP employees with discounted access to 50 facilities across the state, helping you and your family meet your fitness goals! Wellbeing Connect is DECYP’s pathway to free confidential counselling services. Wellbeing Connect isn’t just for when things get tough. It’s designed to support your wellbeing every day – helping you to stay on track, build healthy habits, and access expert advice across a range of areas important for your overall wellbeing 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 A registered teacher with full registration within the meaning of the Teachers Registration Act 2000. 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: Jen Ashton Title: Director Lifting Literacy Phone: 0455 252 025 Email: jennifer.ashton@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.