Teacher - Community Health

About the Role:

Reporting to the Manager of Community Health, this pivotal role will be ensuring that VU continues to deliver high quality training in our VET Community Health area. This will help enable VU to achieve the objectives of its Strategic Plan, 2022-2028: Start well, finish brilliantly.

This role is an integral part of the Community Health team, responsible for delivering high-quality vocational education and training.

Position Key Duties

• Design and deliver educational programs and assessments tailored to diverse student and client needs. Delivery modes include face-to-face, online, and blended learning across enterprise and community settings.
• W Collaborate with current and prospective industry partners and enterprises to ensure training remains relevant and responsive to workforce needs.
• Create and maintain a positive, inclusive learning environment. Conduct competency-based assessments in accordance with relevant curriculum and training package requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and assessment in accordance with the National VET Regulator including the requirements of moderation and validation of assessment.
• Classification: VT3-VT5
• Salary: $93,058 per annum - $117,998 per annum
• Employment Type: Ongoing
• Hours per Week: 30.4 (0.8 FTE)
• Location: Sunshine

For a detailed overview of the role’s duties and responsibilities, please refer to the Teacher Community Health Position Description

About You:

VU’s collaborative working environment will help you thrive and achieve the best outcomes for yourself, the solutions you provide and inspiring team you work with. You will have:

• A Training and Assessment qualification: Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116); 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)
• At least 2 years with Industry Experience in Allied Health/ Allied Health Assistance, Health Service Assistance or Health Administration either in a hospital or community setting.
• Passion in sharing your knowledge with the next generation of healthcare workers.
• Willingness to continually learn and develop as a TAFE Teacher.
• Hold a current Employee Working with Children Check.
• Experience in other areas of health and community care such as aged care is highly desirable.

Please note: The University is a Child Safe organisation. You will be required to hold a current Employee - Working with Children Check (WWCC) or be willing to obtain one prior to commencing employment.

Who to Contact?

For further information relating to the position, please contact:

Name: Michael Daskalakis

Position Title: Manager Community Health

Email: Michael.Daskalakis@vu.edu.au

How to Apply

To submit your application please click on the Apply button.

Applications must be submitted as a single document comprising:

• A cover letter
• Your curriculum vitae/resume
• Your responses addressing all selection criteria located in the position description
• Evidence of applicable qualifications, licences and registration

Applications will close 15 June at 11:59 pm. This advert may close earlier should a suitable candidate be identified. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires for applicants to have full and permanent working rights in Australia.

Why Join VU:

VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. University fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information, please visit our Careers at VU Webpage

Our Commitment:

Victoria University is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and socially responsible community. We honour our deep diversity by respecting First Nations perspectives and embedding sustainable approaches to Protecting Country, while championing progressive inclusivity for all—embracing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of all ages and socio‑economic backgrounds. As a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, we strive to create a place where everyone feels they belong, and we ensure a positive, barrier‑free recruitment experience by providing adjustments and accessible formats upon request at inclusivecareers@vu.edu.au or (03) 9919 5999.

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