• Based in either the south, north or northwest of the state
• 0.9 FTE
• Flexible working conditions
• Your chance to work in a value's-based organisation with a rich history of supporting change in Tasmania.

The role

This role will support the delivery of Working It Out's 'Valuing Diversity Framework' in Tasmanian schools. This includes:

1. Supporting schools and early childhood centres to create safe and inclusive cultures and learning environments for young people negotiating issues of sexuality, gender identity and bodily difference.
2. Liaising with LGBTIQ+ 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 LGBTIQ+ inclusion in schools.
4. Assisting with school Pride groups, state-wide Pride camps and associated activities.
5. Designing and delivering capacity building resources and activities to and for Department of Education staff.
6. Developing curriculum resources and other materials to support LGBTIQ+ inclusion in schools.

We are looking for someone who has, amongst other things:

1. A recognised degree in education, community development, counselling or similar field, or equivalent qualifications and experience.
2. A commitment to cultural change as the primary mechanism for creating safe and inclusive learning environments for LGBTIQ+ young people.
3. Demonstrated understanding of the lived experience of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex 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.
6. Proven ability to develop resources, including curriculum resources, for the education sector.

For further information contact Lynn Jarvis on 0408 265 045.

A position description is attached.