About VU:
At Victoria University, our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan 2022-2028: Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers “Thriving place to Study and Work” will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.
About the Team:
We are a large and diverse and dynamic team at Victoria University, who are passionate about what we do. The team is busy fast-paced environment that promotes opportunities for professional growth. We foster a collaborative team environment, and the chance to contribute to meaningful, high-impact work.
The Community Services Team delivers the following courses:
- Cert IV Mental Health
- Cert IV AOD
- Cert IV Youth Work
- Diploma of Youth Work
- Diploma of Community Services
- Skill Set AOD
Skill Set Course in Identifying and Responding to Family Violence Risk
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About the Role:
The overall purpose of this position is to support the Senior Manager Early Childhood & Community Services to specifically coordinate development and delivery of programs within the Mental Health and Community Services Program Area with a focus on educational leadership and digital learning. The position will assist in all aspects of the planning, preparation and delivery, and evaluating resource-based programs for every student in the allocated classes.
Position Key Duties:
- Manage the design, development, delivery, evaluation and transition of programs into the blended delivery model, as well as providing ongoing support, mentoring and implementation
- Partner with the manager to coordinate quality compliance of ASQA, VRQA, HESG and CRICOS(where applicable) service agreements within all of the department’s programs.
- Support teaching teams to develop educational strategies and learning materials for course delivery to address the challenges faced by students
- Work with and support the Manager where required to complete program operations, training needs, team co-ordination, student results and timetables and sessional teaching requirements for the department.
Assist in co-ordination of administrative requirements around student enrolments, retention, completions and assessment including the induction of teaching staff in the department
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Position Details:
Salary: $121,708 per annum
Employment Type: Ongoing
Hours: full time (38 hours per week)
Location: Footscray
For a detailed overview of the role's duties and responsibilities, please refer to the Senior Educator Mental Health and Community Services Position Description
About You:
- A Training and Assessment qualification: Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116 or TAE40122); or Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40110) with Address Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy Skills (TAELLN411 or TAELLN401); and Design and Develop Assessment Tools (TAEASS502, TAEASS502A or TAEASS502B)
- Capability to facilitate the development of learning and assessment resources in a variety of settings relevant to contemporary VET practice
Demonstrated ability to manage resources and a team of staff providing services to students/clients
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The University is a Child Safe organisation. You will be required to hold a current employee Working with Children Check (WWCC) or be willing to obtain one prior to commencing employment .
Who to Contact?
For further information relating to the position, please contact:
Name: Michelle Reilly
Position Title: Senior Manager Early Childhood and Community Services
Email: [email protected]
How to Apply
To submit your application please click on the Apply button.
Applications must be submitted as a single document comprising:
- A cover letter
- Your curriculum vitae/resume
- Your responses addressing all selection criteria located in the position description
- Evidence of applicable qualifications, licences and registration
Applications will close 20 July at 5pm. This advert may close earlier should a suitable candidate be identified. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires for applicants to have full and permanent working rights in Australia.
Why Join VU:
VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. University fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information, please visit our Careers at VU Webpage
Our Commitment:
Victoria University is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and socially responsible community. We honour our deep diversity by respecting First Nations perspectives and embedding sustainable approaches to Protecting Country, while championing progressive inclusivity for all—embracing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of all ages and socio‑economic backgrounds. As a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality , we strive to create a place where everyone feels they belong, and we ensure a positive, barrier‑free recruitment experience by providing adjustments and accessible formats upon request at [email protected] or (03) 9919 5999.
