Employment

Unlock possibilities at Launceston Church Grammar School – where every day is an opportunity to have a positive impact on the leaders and innovators of tomorrow. 

Launceston Church Grammar School is an Anglican co-educational day and boarding school in northern Tasmania. Our boarding house is like a home away from home – a safe haven for our Boarders where growth and friendship flourish.

We are looking to appoint a Boarding House Assistant – Girls to join our dynamic Boarding House team. You will work in a team environment to provide care to between 40-50 students aged between 10 and 19 years old. Working alongside other Boarding House Assistant’s, you will play a pivotal role in creating a nurturing and supportive environment for our girl boarders within our Boarding House. Your primary responsibility will be ensuring the smooth and effective operation of the Boarding House, specifically the Girls dorm, while providing high-quality pastoral care to our students and contributing to their personal development and wellbeing.

At Launceston Church Grammar School, we are a community of students, staff, parents and alumni who are part of a strong heritage of educational excellence, dating back 175 years. Our staff are committed to fostering a nurturing environment that inspires intellectual curiosity, personal growth, and community engagement.

What we are looking for

• Heart for the wellbeing of young people with an empathetic approach to supporting them.
• Mentor to role model kindness, resilience, and integrity
• Positive, optimistic outlook
• Quick thinker and a problem solver
• Collaborative team player
• Sense of fun

Key Selection Criteria:

• previous experience working in a boarding house or educational environment (desirable)
• experience in dealing with children and / or young adults, which may or may not include residential experience
• knowledge of the operations of boarding facilities, would be an advantage but is not essential
• current registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Tasmania), or be eligible for registration
• current National Police History Record Check, or be willing to obtain
• current first aid qualifications, or be willing to attain
• a current driver’s licence.

Rosters are across 7 days per week during school term time (at times may include school holidays) and typically include:

• One full duty, 3:15pm – 9am, per term week, Monday to Friday.
• Supervision duties, the equivalent of two full weekends per term, weekend shift varies.
• Overnight stays.
• Opportunities for additional casual shifts.

Applicants are expected to support the ethos and values of an independent Anglican School.

Launceston Grammar is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

Remuneration will be in accordance with the Launceston Church Grammar School (General Staff) Enterprise Agreement.

Our Senior Campus is nestled on the picturesque grounds at Mowbray Heights, overlooking the Tamar River. Imagine calling this stunning landscape your workplace?

Experience the charm of Launceston, one of the best places to live and work in 2023. Learn more at www.livelaunceston.com.au.

The Position Description, Application Form and Information for Applicants documents are available here.

If you’re ready to experience a fun and dynamic working environment, while making a profound and positive impact on our student boarding community, apply today!

Unlock possibilities at Launceston Church Grammar School – where every day is an opportunity to have a positive impact on the leaders and innovators of tomorrow. 

Launceston Church Grammar School is an Anglican co-educational day and boarding school in northern Tasmania. We are a community of students, staff, parents and alumni who are part of a strong heritage of educational excellence, dating back 175 years. Our staff are committed to fostering a nurturing environment that inspires intellectual curiosity, personal growth, and community engagement.

This is your chance to be part of a close-knit community that’s passionate about education and early childhood development.

Join our dedicated team as an Early Childhood Co-Educator and help us create a foundation of curiosity, confidence, and compassion in the hearts and minds of our young learners. Your primary responsibility will be providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for our children to thrive academically, emotionally and socially. As a Co-Educator you will support our pre-school children through our Early Learning Program, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm during term time. There is also the opportunity to assist in Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) and Vacation Care Programmes. This is a fixed term position until the end of the year, with the possibility of ongoing work.

Apply now to contribute to an exceptional early childhood education program, fostering a love of learning, and working as part of an educational team that values excellence and innovation.

We are looking to appoint an Early Childhood – Co-Educator to join our team. We are looking for someone with:

• Knowledge of early childhood development.
• A kind and caring nature.
• A good sense of humour.
• Passion for working with young children and an understanding of their developmental needs.
• Creative and adaptable teaching methods that cater to various learning styles.
• Excellent communication skills to engage with students, parents, and fellow educators.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Dedication to staying up-to-date with current educational trends and best practices.

Based at the Junior Campus, and reporting to our Educational Leader, and the Head of the Junior Campus, the Co-Educator assists in the delivery of educational programmes and services to our children. Co-Educators are highly valued members of the team and are actively involved in the planning, implementation and review of our programmes.

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Assist in planning, implementing and reviewing our educational programmes.
• Promote the health and safety of all staff and children.
• Build positive relationships with children, colleagues, parents and wider community.
• Contribute to the effective management of our Service and the School.

Applicants will have: 

• Minimum requirement Certificate III in Children Services (or working towards).
• Experience in providing quality education and care for children and young people
• Experience and ability to establish warm, nurturing and responsive relationships with children
• A passion for improving learning outcomes for children and young people.
• Demonstrated understanding of the specific academic, social and pastoral needs of students and a particular enthusiasm for working with young children.
• An understanding and commitment to the School’s policies in relation to Child Safety – Australian Childhood Foundation (ACF) Certificate
• Current/valid Working with Vulnerable People Card (WWVP)
• National Police Check 
• Current HLTAID012 First Aid qualification in an Education and Care Setting.
• Knowledge of the National Quality Standards, the Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010 and the Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011.

Applicants are expected to support the ethos and values of an independent Anglican School.

Launceston Grammar is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

Remuneration will be in accordance with the Launceston Church Grammar School (General Staff) Enterprise Agreement.

Please see the Position Description, Information for Applicants and Application Form for more information.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Employment opportunities are listed and advertised on relevant digital platforms. All employment and HR enquiries may be directed to our Director of People and Culture, Ms Deenie Campbell on +61 3 6336 6000 or via hr@lcgs.tas.edu.au

At Launceston Church Grammar School, we are an Anglican co-educational day and boarding community where global learners and leaders are nurtured, challenged and inspired.

Are you a qualified teacher looking for casual work?  We are now recruiting for relief teachers to join our passionate and dedicated team at both our Junior and Senior Campus.

Our classes range from Early Learning to Grade 12 across two campuses. The Senior Campus is situated at Mowbray Heights and the Junior Campus is located in East Launceston.

We are interest in hearing from you if you have:

• tertiary qualifications in Education;
• current registration with the Tasmanian Teacher’s Registration Board, or be eligible for registration;
• current registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Tasmania) or be eligible for registration.
• sound knowledge of the Australian Curriculum;
• previous teaching experience is desired;
• demonstrated high level communication skills; and
• sound ICT skills, particularly in the use of computers as a learning technology in skills;

Applicants are expected to support the ethos and values of an independent Anglican School.

Launceston Grammar is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment, which includes our Australian Childhood Foundation, Child Safety Training.

Remuneration is in accordance with the Launceston Church Grammar School (Teachers) Enterprise Agreement.

In your cover letter, please advise whether you are applying for work at our Senior or Junior Campus. Shortlisted Teachers will be invited to an interview, prior to being added to the Relief Teacher list.

Should you have any questions in relation to this position, please contact the People & Culture team on recruitment@lcgs.tas.edu or on 6336 6004.

Apply now!

If you are interested in casual work in one of our School Services department areas (Administration, Community Engagement, Educational Support, IT, or Property) please send a copy of your current resume via email to hr@lcgs.tas.edu.au and in your email please indicate:

• your area of interest; and
• provide details of your availability.

The School is committed to the principles of the Australian Childhood Foundation Safeguarding Children Program. This commitment includes the provision of a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and requires all employees, volunteers and visitors to model and encourage exemplary behaviour that protects students from harm.

Employees must possess and maintain a current Working with Vulnerable People registration and undergo a satisfactory National Police History Record check. We undertake several screening processes to ensure the appropriate protection of children in our care. This includes reference checks, qualification checks and professional registration checks.