• Vacancy Number: 73
• Position Title: Teacher Locksmithing
• Employment Type: Casual
• Department: Construction
• Location: Heidelberg
• Award Classification: Victorian TAFE Teaching Staff Agreement 2024 (Casual Teaching Level 1 - 3
• Salary: $86.15 - $93.08 per hour
• Hours per Week: Up to 38 hours per week, subject to operational requirements
• Vacancies: Two

Why Join Us

Melbourne Polytechnic has been a leader in practical, real-world education since 1912. We offer:

• Industry-led, hands-on training
• Inclusive, future-focused environments
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing
• A culture built on curiosity, collaboration, and care

About the Role

We are seeking passionate and experienced Locksmithing Teaching professionals to join our Construction team. In this role, you will deliver engaging and industry-relevant education that supports students in achieving their learning and career goals.

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

Skills and Experience Required

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

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 a 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 fora 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 includes:

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

Questions?

Contact: Daniel Romanin

Email:

Applications close: Monday 13 October 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 throughthe State Purchasing Contract and with prior written approval.