We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms, and encourage people of all backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities and cultures to join us in our work.

One position in Hobart, one position in Launceston.

Key duties in this role include:

1. Supporting schools to create safe and inclusive cultures and learning environments for young people negotiating issues of sexuality, gender identity and bodily difference.
2. Liaising with LGBTIQA+ young people, their parents, principals, support staff and others as necessary to articulate and embed systems and processes that cater to their specific needs.
3. Developing, organising and delivering professional learning on LGBTIQA+ inclusion in schools.
4. Support schools with the development and running of Pride Groups.
5. Design and deliver capacity building resources and activities to and for the Department for Education, Children and Young People (DECYP) staff.
6. Advise on curriculum resources and other materials to support LGBTIQA+ inclusion in schools.

We are looking for someone who, amongst other things:

1. A recognised degree in education, community development, counselling or similar field, or a related field, or equivalent qualifications and experience.
2. A commitment to cultural change as the primary mechanism for creating safe and inclusive learning environments for LGBTIQA+ young people.
3. Demonstrated understanding of the lived experience of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex, asexual and queer young people, including the specific issues faced within school environments.
4. Previous experience in building relationships with young people and their families in sensitive areas.
5. Knowledge, skills and experience in delivering professional learning.

For further information contact Lynn Jarvis on 0408 265 045.

A position description is attached.