• Vacancy Number: 29
• Position Title: Casual Teacher - Live Sound
• Employment Status: Casual
• Department:Creative Arts - Music, Sound & Screen
• Location: Multi Campus (Based at Fairfield)
• Award Classification: TCAQF4 - TCAQF6
• Salary Range: $82.00 - $88.59 per hour
• Hours per Week: 2 days per week - Thursdays and Fridays (15.2 hours)

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Why Work with Us?

Inspire the next generation by delivering meaningful, real-world learning experiences.

Melbourne Polytechnic has been a leader in vocation education since 1912. We offer:

• Paid professional development and team meeting opportunities
• Access to career development and upskilling pathways through Melbourne Polytechnic
• A supportive and dynamic team environment that values collaboration and innovation

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About the Role

This is a casual position, currently 2 days per week - Thursdays and Fridays. The role involves teaching across both the Certificate IV and Advanced Diploma of Music (Sound Production), with a strong emphasis on practical, hands-on live sound training.

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Key Responsibilities

• Deliver training and assessment aligned with VET and curriculum requirements
• Support student engagement, attendance and outcomes
• Maintain teaching and compliance documentation
• Participate in industry consultation and curriculum development
• Provide pastoral and academic support to students

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Skills and Experience Required

• Relevant vocational qualifications and current industry skills in live sound
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or equivalent)
• VET teaching experience, preferably in live sound or music production
• Understanding of ASQA/VET compliance requirements

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About You

We're looking for someone who has:

• Industry experience in live sound, particularly in small to medium venues such as our Yarra Edge Theatre
• A collaborative approach to teaching and learning - you'll work closely with our Music, Live Technical Services, and Screen and Media teams as students apply their skills to real shows and performances

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate will be required to provide:

• A valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• A National Police Check

How to Apply

Click 'Apply' to be redirected to our careers portal, where you can view the full Position Description and submit your application.

You'll be asked to:

• Complete all pre-screening questions
• Upload your CV and cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes align with the Key Skills and Experience in the PD
• If applying for a teaching role, upload relevant qualifications

File Requirements:

• Each file must be under 2MB
• PDF format is preferred (also accepts .doc or .docx)
• Avoid special characters in filenames (e.g. , ! @ # % *)

Selection Process

Our process may include:

• An in-person or virtual interview (via Microsoft Teams),
• Reference checks
• Employment and qualification verification

Closing Date

Sunday 22 June 2025

Diversity and Inclusion

Melbourne Polytechnic is an equal opportunity and child-safe employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and gender identities.

Recruitment Agencies

Melbourne Polytechnic manages all recruitment directly. We do not accept unsolicited applications from agencies unless engaged through the State Purchasing Contract and with prior written approval.