Careers Advisor | VET Coordinator

Department of Education Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education Victoria is seeking an experienced Career Planning and Student Support professional to lead comprehensive career development and pathways for students at Werribee Secondary College. You will coordinate VET, SWL and related programs, working with students, parents, teachers, employers and training providers to maximise opportunities for post-school options.

Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of VET, VCE VM and SWL, strong counselling and communication skills, and a

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Education, Career Development/ Counselling, or equivalent; or enrolment in and commitment to obtain, that allows membership to the Australian Centre for Career Education
• Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration or valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) and other compliance checks as applicable
• Demonstrated knowledge of Department of Education policy, VET/Structured Workplace Learning guidelines, and the Career Education Benchmarks
• Demonstrated knowledge of post-school options including further education, training, apprenticeships, employment pathways, and senior secondary reforms
• Commitment to student wellbeing, inclusion and success, particularly in supporting diverse learners and those at risk of disengagement
• Ability to provide one-on-one support and facilitate large group presentations

Responsibilities

• Career Planning and Student Support: Provide tailored career counselling and guidance to individual students and groups, including advice on subject selection, post-school options, and vocational pathways.
• VET | SWL Coordination: Coordinate and administer the College's VET, SBAT and Structured Workplace Learning (SWL) programs, including support for VCE VM students and students with disabilities or additional transition needs.
• General: Ensure compliance with Child Safe Standards, Department of Education requirements and workplace learning regulations, complete and maintain required documentation, participate in Professional Development, and support school operations and learning programs.

Job description

Department of Education Victoria – Werribee VIC

2d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Werribee Secondary College is located in Duncans Road, Werribee, a 30-minute drive from the Melbourne and Geelong central business districts. Ample free staff parking is provided on site. The Werribee Railway Station is located just 10 minutes away by foot. The College currently employs over 160 staff including Principals, Leading Teachers, Learning Specialists, Classroom Teachers and Education Support. Our dedicated and diverse team work together to develop well-rounded, lifelong learners, equipped with knowledge, resilience and skills to achieve future success. Our motto¿Live Worthily¿embraces cultural and social diversity. Studentsdevelop a strong sense of personal identity and global citizenship, enabling differentcultural groups to interact, learn from each other and grow together.

Selection Criteria

1.Demonstrated operational planning skills in managing a comprehensive career development and student pathways program.

2.Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders including students, parents, teachers, employers, training providers and external agencies.

3.Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of VET, VCE VM, and SWL programs.

4.Strong interpersonal, counselling and communication skills, including the capacity to provide one-on-one support and facilitate large group presentations.

5.Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of post-school options, including further education, training, apprenticeships, employment pathways, and senior secondary reforms.

6.Commitment to student wellbeing, inclusion, and success, particularly in supporting diverse learners and those at risk of disengagement.

Role

Up to 5 days additional attendance may be a requirement for this position

Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.

Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.

The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3. Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.

This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years. Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered. Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.

An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee¿s position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.

Responsibility Summary

Responsibilities include: Career Planning and Student Support, VET | SWL Coordination and General duties.

Career Planning and Student Support

• Provide tailored career counselling and guidance to individual students and groups, including advice on subject selection, post-school options, and vocational pathways.
• Provide individual career and pathway counselling to students, parents and the wider school community regarding VET, further education, training and employment opportunities.
• Support students with tertiary applications (e.g. VTAC), SEAS, scholarships, and access to alternative or flexible learning options.
• Develop and monitor Individual Career Action Plans (CAPs) that reflect students¿ strengths, goals, and aspirations, supporting them with resume writing, job search skills, and interview preparation.
• Assist with student pathway discussions in SSG meetings when required.
• Organise and coordinate Careers related excursions and incursions with direction of the Careers Leader.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with tertiary institutions, apprenticeship networks, employment services, RTO¿s, Local VET Clusters, employers & industry partners, external agencies and government bodies to maximise opportunities for students.
• Monitor and assist students within the year 12 study centre.

VET | SWL Coordination

• Coordinate and administer the College's VET, SBAT and Structured Workplace Learning (SWL) programs, including support for VCE VM students and students with disabilities or additional transition needs.
• Oversee student engagement and participation in VET, SBAT and SWL programs, responding to issues and implementing support strategies where required.
• Coordinate workplace learning opportunities, including sourcing placements, conducting workplace visits, maintaining placement records and supporting future employment pathways.
• Work collaboratively with VCE VM leaders, teachers and other staff to support Workplace Skills, WorkRelated Skills (WRS) and Structured Workplace Learning programs.
• Ensure all VET, SBAT, SWL and VET Taster program information is accurately recorded and submitted to the VASS Coordinator and other relevant stakeholders.
• Represent the College at Careers, VET, VCE VM and industry network meetings and provide professional learning or advice to staff as required.
• Maintain regular communication with students, parents, employers, RTOs and staff regarding program requirements, changes, student attendance, progress and emerging issues.

General

• Ensure compliance with Child Safe Standards, Department of Education requirements and workplace learning regulations, including the completion and maintenance of all required documentation, records and risk management processes.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning in accordance with the school¿s Professional Development guidelines and the Department of Education¿s requirements.
• Participate actively in the Performance and Development (P&D) cycle, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ensure all programs comply with Department of Education policy, OH&S requirements, and Child Safe Standards.
• Provide appropriate supervision of students in controlled settings, including small group supervision during work placements, excursions, or other off-site learning activities, always ensuring student safety and wellbeing.
• Undertake additional duties as directed by the Principal or Operations Manager, in line with the ES1-3 Dimensions of Work.

Who May Apply

Qualifications & Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Education, Career Development/ Counselling, or equivalent; or enrolment in and commitment to obtain, that allows membership to the Australian Centre for Career Education
• Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration or valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) and other compliance checks as applicable.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Department of Education policy, VET/Structured Workplace Learning guidelines, and the Career Education Benchmarks.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via*******@education.vic.gov.au

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

DE Values

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

Other Information

• All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
• Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal