Showcase your teaching skills and industry experience

Two positions available (1x Ongoing and 1 x Fixed Term)

17% Superannuation and Annual Leave Loading

About Us:

Victoria University TAFE is the TAFE division of Victoria University and delivers accredited courses, apprenticeships, traineeships, and customised training programs that link closely with industry.

About the Role:

As a TAFE Teacher in Community Services, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality training and assessment across a diverse range of units, including Youth Work, Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs, and broader Community Services qualifications. Your teaching will support students across our Werribee, City Tower, and Footscray Nicholson campuses, helping them build the skills and knowledge needed to make a lasting impact in the sector.

You will work closely with fellow Teachers and Senior Educators to provide the best learning experience for the students. As well as you will be contributing to the continuous improvement of its learning and assessment resources and methodologies.

Two positions are available: 1x fixed term full time position for 12 months and 1x ongoing full-time position. Both available at 38 hours per week.

Want to know more about the role? Click here to view the full position details: TAFE Teacher Community Services

For further information relating to the position please contact Michelle Reilly, Senior Manager, Early Childhood Education and Community Services by email – [email protected] or by phone (03) 9919 8236.

Salary and Conditions of Employment:

The full-time equivalent salary range is from $89,911 per annum to $114,008 per annum, plus 17% superannuation and is dependent on experience and qualifications.

Conditions of employment will be covered by the Victoria University's Vocational Teacher Enterprise Agreement 2025.

Being a TAFE Teacher:

An example of duties you may perform will include:

Planning, preparing, delivering and assessing of student performance and learning activities in accordance with the departments assessment tools

Foster a working environment that is respectful to all students and staff

Establish and maintain a positive learning environment and deliver in accordance with the departments lesson plans

Monitor student progression and attendance throughout the learning journey for the unit

Contribute to the continuous improvement for the course by being involved with the design, development and validation of its training and assessment resources

Maintaining accurate course and student records according to organisational requirements

About You:

Must hold 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)

Hold a relevant vocational/industry qualification at the level of the courses or above and have teaching experience either in a TAFE or an RTO

Must must hold a valid E Class (employee) Working with children Check to be able to undertake this role.

Your great communication skills will be a key asset and use daily to teach our students and you will need to have a willingness to continually learn and develop as a professional trainer and assessor.

How Do I Apply?

You can submit your application via the Apply button or by visiting VU's Careers Page: TAFE Teacher Community Services

Your application must include:

A cover letter outlining your motivation and reasons for applying.

Your current curriculum vitae/resume

Evidence of applicable all qualifications, licences and VIT Registrations/Working with Children Check, evidence of right to work

Contact details of two referees

Applications close Sunday 17 August at 11:59pm.

Our Commitment to Protecting Country:

Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share.

Our Commitment to Progressive Inclusivity:

Victoria University welcomes and celebrates the diverse perspectives, identities, and backgrounds of all people. We are committed to progressive inclusivity as a core strategic priority. All members of the VU community have a responsibility to be inclusive, respectful and supportive of all.

We are committed to maintaining a workforce which reflects the community we serve, this means we strive to attract, retain, develop and empower talented individuals from all backgrounds. We encourage applicants who are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised people, those from the LGBTQIA+ community, people from all ages and socio-economic backgrounds. We believe that a diversity of experiences and perspectives strengthens our community and fosters a more innovative, inclusive, and supportive working environment, where everyone feels they belong.

VU is committed to providing a positive and barrier-free recruitment experience. If you have access requirements or would benefit from adjustments, including with position descriptions, application forms, or require any other document in an accessible format at any stage of the recruitment process please contact us at [email protected] or call (03) 9919 5999.