Employment

Employment

A career at The Launceston Preparatory School (The LPS) is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to be part of a vibrant, supportive community where children’s curiosity and love of learning are at the heart of everything we do. Our dedicated staff work collaboratively in a nurturing environment that values professionalism, innovation, and strong relationships with students and families. With a focus on fostering independence, resilience, and creativity in every child, The LPS offers educators the chance to make a meaningful impact while continuing to grow personally and professionally.

Current Employment Opportunities

  • The Launceston Preparatory School is seeking enthusiastic, adaptable and student-focused relief teachers to join our highly dedicated teaching team.

    As a relief teacher at The LPS, you will step into classrooms where curiosity, connection and creativity are central. You will be responsible for guiding students through purposeful learning experiences, while ensuring continuity of care and fostering the well-rounded development of each child.

    At The LPS, we follow the Paideia philosophy, which focuses on educating the whole child – mind, body, and heart.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Curriculum Delivery: Facilitate high-quality learning activities, maintaining strong classroom engagement and flow, whilst aligning to the School’s Paideia Phiolosophy.

    • Pastoral Care & Whole Child Development: Nurture students’ social, emotional, physical, and intellectual wellbeing through a caring and inclusive approach.

    • Assessment & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of student progress and provide relevant feedback where appropriate.

    • Extra-Curricular Involvement (where necessary): Contribute to the wider life of the school, including excursions, sport, and creative experiences.

    • Professional Conduct: Uphold The LPS standards of professionalism, safety, and care at all times.

    • Role Modelling: Demonstrate respect, integrity, and responsibility, serving as a positive role model for students.

    • Life-long Learning: Show openness to professional growth and reflective practice, modelling curiosity and a growth mindset.

    We Are Looking For Someone Who

    • Is a qualified and registered teacher (Tasmania) with a love of working with children, as well as hold a Working With Vulnerable People card and Certificate in Safeguarding Children (desirable).

    • Demonstrates flexibility and the ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic learning environment.

    • Builds strong, respectful relationships with students, staff and families.

    • Upholds the school’s safeguarding responsibilities and maintains a safe and inclusive environment.

    • Brings initiative, professionalism, and a collaborative spirit to their work.

    What We Offer

    • A welcoming, community-focused school culture.

    • The opportunity to be part of a collegial and supportive team.

    • A school that places value on childhood, curiosity, and creativity.

    If you are passionate about teaching and keen to make a difference in the lives of children in both small and significant ways, we’d love to hear from you.

    To apply, please complete the online form below.

  • POSITION DESCRIPTION

    Position: Upper Primary English & Debating Teacher
    Location: Launceston, Tasmania
    Employment:  initially Long Service Leave Replacement
    Commencement: Term 1, 2027
    Duration: Terms 1 & 2, 2027
    FTE: initially FTE 0.6
    Reports to: Principal

    Make a Difference. Leave a Legacy.

    At The Launceston Preparatory School (The LPS), we believe primary education should do more than prepare children for the next lesson, day or even year of schooling.

    It should prepare them for life.

    We are seeking an outstanding Upper Primary Teacher who is passionate about exceptional teaching, meaningful relationships and the development of capable, thoughtful and confident young people.

    This is an opportunity to join a small-by-design school where teachers know their students deeply, where every child matters, and where professional relationships, high standards and intellectual curiosity sit at the heart of our work.

    Our school is built around a simple belief:

    Be Thoughtful.

    Thoughtful in how we plan, teach and enrich.

    Thoughtful in how we lead.

    Thoughtful in how we speak to children.

    Thoughtful in how we challenge them.

    And thoughtful in how we contribute to the community around us.

    The Opportunity

    The successful applicant will join our Upper Primary team, working with students in the senior years of primary school and contributing to a rich, challenging and highly personalised learning experience.

    Initially, the role will include responsibility for teaching across the Upper Primary English curriculum, with a particular emphasis on eplicit instruction through enrichment of text, alongside opportunities to contribute to and run Debating and other areas of the curriculum according to experience and school need.

    We are looking for an educator who understands that Upper Primary students require both challenge and connection. High standards in nurturance, structure and balanced fun through the learning experience of being a highly engaged, thoughtful and rounded human.

    Our students need teachers who can stretch their thinking, explicitly teach the knowledge and skills they need, cultivate independence and hold high standards, while also understanding the individual child sitting in front of them and their needs.

    This is not just a role for someone who can deliver lessons.

    It is a role for someone who can make learning matter. Someone who desires validation through success and works as part of a collaborative team and connected community of belonging.

    Essential Criteria

    Applicants should demonstrate:

    • Appropriate teaching qualifications and current Tasmanian teacher registration, or eligibility for registration.

    • Demonstrated experience teaching primary / middle school-aged students, preferably in Upper Primary.

    • Strong knowledge of the Australian Curriculum and contemporary primary pedagogy.

    • Demonstrated capacity to teach English to a high standard.

    • Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills.

    • Ability to use assessment data to inform teaching and improve student outcomes.

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

    • Commitment to child safety and student wellbeing.

    • Commitment to professional learning and reflective practice.

    • Capacity to work collaboratively within a small, highly professional team.

    • A giving and emotionally intelligent human who shows kindness, a growth mindset and a deep trust in building connection through vulnerability

    Desirable Criteria

    Experience or demonstrated interest in:

    • Philosophy or Socratic discussion;

    • Paideia approaches to learning;

    • Structured Literacy;

    • evidence-informed teaching;

    • student leadership and mentoring;

    • extension and enrichment;

    • curriculum development;

    • coaching and professional collaboration.

    What You Can Expect at The LPS

    The successful applicant will join a school that values:

    Small-by-design education

    Students are known deeply and relationships matter.

    High standards

    We believe every child is capable of growth and deserve teaching that challenges them.

    Professional trust

    We want teachers to think, contribute, innovate and take ownership.

    A culture of improvement

    We believe great teachers never stop learning.

    Strong relationships

    We work together: staff, students and families to create the best possible environment for children.

    Purpose

    Everything we do should contribute to our central purpose: Preparation for Life.

    Staff Purpose

    As leaders of our school community we create a caring, supportive, inspiring and safe environment where life long learners can thrive every day.

    How to Apply

    Applicants are invited to submit:

    • A current CV; and

    • A covering letter addressing why you believe you would be a strong fit for The Launceston Preparatory School and this position.

    Applications should be addressed to the Principal, Timothy Bristow. To apply, email admin@lps.tas.edu.au. All application are to be submitted by 21st Sepetmber, 2026.

    Make a Difference.

    Grow with Us.

    Leave a Legacy.

Let’s work together

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