Holmesglen Institute is a leading provider of vocational and higher education in Victoria, with over 40 years of experience and 140,000 graduates. As one of the largest government-owned TAFEs, we offer 600+ courses across multiple campuses, including Chadstone, Moorabbin, Glen Waverley, Eildon, and Melbourne's CBD. Our hands-on learning approach is supported by state-of-the-art facilities and strong industry partnerships, ensuring students gain the skills needed for successful careers. We foster a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages both staff and students to grow, innovate, and make a positive community impact.
The Opportunity:
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Full-Time | Fixed-Term contract of employment until 29 December 2028.
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$150,000 – $160,000 per annum pro rata + 12% super + leave loading (dependent on qualifications and experience).
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Moorabbin Campus – onsite parking with close proximity to public transport.
Holmesglen Institute is seeking an experienced Senior Education Lead to drive innovation and deliver key education initiatives within the Home and Community Care Centre of Excellence.
The Home and Community Care Centre of Excellence is a Holmesglen-led national initiative established under the National Skills Agreement by the Australian and Victorian Governments to strengthen workforce capability, accelerate innovation and support contemporary models of home and community care. Working with industry, government, research and education partners, the Centre will develop innovative workforce solutions, contemporary learning experiences and applied research outcomes to support the growing care sector.
Reporting to the Dean, Faculty of Health Science, Community and Social Studies, the Senior Education Lead will provide strategic and operational leadership across the Centre’s Education Workstream. The role will lead the design, development and implementation of innovative education products and services including new qualifications, micro-credentials, short courses, educator professional learning programs, immersive learning experiences and consumer education resources that support workforce capability uplift across the home and community care sector.
As the Senior Education Lead, you will:
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Lead the Education Workstream for Holmesglen's Home and Community Care Centre of Excellence, delivering innovative workforce, educator and consumer capability initiatives that support the future of home and community care.
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Drive the design, development and evaluation of contemporary education products, including new qualifications, micro-credentials, short courses, educator professional learning and immersive learning experiences.
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Lead and coordinate Education Workstream projects, resources and partnerships to ensure successful delivery of Centre objectives, outcomes and funding commitments.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with industry, government, education and research stakeholders to support collaboration, co-design, innovation and sector impact.
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Represent the Centre as a thought leader, championing evidence-informed, inclusive and technology-enabled approaches to education and workforce development for the home and community care sector
To be successful, you’ll have:
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Extensive experience in senior educational leadership roles within health, aged care, disability, community services or related sectors.
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Demonstrated experience designing and implementing innovative education, training or workforce capability initiatives.
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Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build partnerships across industry, government and education sectors.
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Experience leading complex projects and delivering outcomes within agreed timelines and budgets.
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Relevant tertiary qualifications in health, nursing, aged care, disability, community services or a related discipline, together with a postgraduate qualification in adult education or a related field.
WWCC and Police Check:
Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining a Victorian ‘employee’ Working with Children Check, and a valid Police Check within the last 12 months.
Our commitment to you:
At Holmesglen Institute, we are committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and flexible workplace where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. We’ve implemented strong systems and ongoing support to ensure our staff can work and deliver in a safe and adaptable environment. Our team benefits from a range of wellbeing initiatives, access to the Employee Assistance Program, and opportunities for professional and career development. We also offer paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.
Holmesglen is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. We value diversity in our workforce and encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for roles within our organisation, including the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
Here's how to apply:
Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter with responses to the Key Selection Criteria. We commit to respond to every applicant.
For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Fleur Goulding, Strategic Lead Centre of Excellence at [email protected]
For further information relating to this opportunity and to view the position description, please click here.
Applications for this position close on 11:59 pm Monday 24 August 2026.
Employees attending certain workplace settings, including health and care facilities, may be required to be meet mandatory vaccination obligations.
If you require specific support to apply for this position or have any application queries, please contact the People Experience Department at [email protected] or on 03 9564 1530 and we will work with you to identify the best way to assist.
