• Vacancy Number: 72
• Position Title: Teacher Cabinet Making
• Employment Type: Ongoing, Full Time
• Department: Construction
• Location: Heidelberg
• Award Classification: Victorian TAFE Teaching Staff Agreement 2024
• Salary: $79,743 - $121,462 per annum (plus superannuation)
• Hours per Week: 38

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 a passionate and experienced Teacher in Cabinet Making 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
• Design and develop inclusive and contemporary teaching resources
• Collaborate with industry and stakeholders to ensure vocational relevance
• Mentor and support entry-level teachers and contribute to curriculum updates

Skills and Experience Required

• Relevant vocational qualifications and current industry skills in Cabinet Making
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or equivalent)
• VET teaching experience, preferably in Cabinet Making or related trades
• Understanding of ASQA/VET compliance requirements
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to use ICT effectively for teaching and reporting
• Commitment to learner-centred teaching and continuous improvement

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 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 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 through the State Purchasing Contract and with prior written approval.