Course Lead - Academic Operations

Holmesglen Institute; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 126,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing program

Employee assistance program

Paid parental leave

Flexible work

Job summary

Holmesglen Institute in Melbourne invites applications for the role of Course Lead – Academic Operations within the Bachelor of Nursing program. You will provide academic leadership, coordinate teaching operations, support staff and coordinate resources to ensure program excellence and student success.

You will collaborate with the Head of School, industry partners and clinical professionals to drive continuous improvement, uphold quality standards and align curricula with evolving healthcare

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Nursing and current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Postgraduate qualification relevant to nursing education and leadership is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in academic leadership and course coordination.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic leadership and high-quality teaching across the Bachelor of Nursing program, supporting program excellence and student success.
• Lead and support academic staff and teaching teams, including capability development, workload planning, timetabling and professional development.
• Lead the development and continuous improvement of curriculum, teaching and assessment practices, ensuring contemporary, evidence-based approaches.
• Oversee program quality, accreditation and compliance, ensuring requirements and high academic standards are consistently maintained.
• Build strong industry, clinical and professional partnerships to support program relevance, innovation and alignment with evolving healthcare workforce needs.

Skills

Academic leadership

Course coordination

Curriculum development

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Nursing degree

Postgraduate qualification

Job description

Holmesglen Institute is a leading provider of vocational and higher education in Victoria, with over 40 years of experience and 140,000 graduates. As one of the largest government-owned TAFEs, we offer 600+ courses across multiple campuses, including Chadstone, Moorabbin, Glen Waverley, Eildon, and Melbourne's CBD. Our hands-on learning approach is supported by state-of-the-art facilities and strong industry partnerships, ensuring students gain the skills needed for successful careers. We foster a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages both staff and students to grow, innovate, and make a positive community impact.

The Opportunity:

• Full-Time | Ongoing contract of employment.
• EDC 1-4 $126,410 - $135,230 per annum pro rata + 12% super + leave loading (dependent on qualifications and experience).
• Moorabbin Campus – onsite parking with close proximity to public transport.

The Bachelor of Nursing program provides a contemporary, student-centred learning environment designed to meet the evolving needs of the healthcare sector. Supported by a highly qualified and diverse academic team, along with administration, simulation and clinical placement professionals, the program brings together evidence-based practice, modern facilities and innovative teaching approaches to support students throughout their academic journey.

As Course Lead - Academic Operations, you will provide academic leadership and coordination for the program, working closely with the Head of School to lead teaching operations, support academic staff and coordinate resources. You will collaborate with internal teams, industry and professional partners to drive continuous improvement, strengthen contemporary teaching practices and ensure the program remains responsive to current and emerging healthcare workforce needs.

As the Course Lead – Academic Operations you will:

• Provide academic leadership and high-quality teaching across the Bachelor of Nursing program, supporting program excellence and student success.
• Lead and support academic staff and teaching teams, including capability development, workload planning, timetabling and professional development.
• Lead the development and continuous improvement of curriculum, teaching and assessment practices, ensuring contemporary, evidence-based approaches.
• Oversee program quality, accreditation and compliance, ensuring requirements and high academic standards are consistently maintained.
• Build strong industry, clinical and professional partnerships to support program relevance, innovation and alignment with evolving healthcare workforce needs.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• A relevant degree in Nursing, a relevant postgraduate qualification, and current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Demonstrated experience in academic leadership, course coordination and contemporary nursing education.
• Sound knowledge of higher education quality, accreditation and regulatory requirements.
• Strong communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective industry and professional relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning and assessment practices, supporting high-quality student outcomes.

WWCC and Police Check:

Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining a Victorian ‘employee’ Working with Children Check, and a valid Police Check within the last 12 months.

Our commitment to you:

At Holmesglen Institute, we are committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and flexible workplace where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. We’ve implemented strong systems and ongoing support to ensure our staff can work and deliver in a safe and adaptable environment. Our team benefits from a range of wellbeing initiatives, access to the Employee Assistance Program, and opportunities for professional and career development. We also offer paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.

Holmesglen is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. We value diversity in our workforce and encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for roles within our organisation, including the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Chris Kilby (Associate Dean - Health Science, Community and Social Studies) at ***************@holmesglen.edu.au

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Applications for this position close on 11:59 pm Tuesday 24 November 2026.

Employees attending certain workplace settings, including health and care facilities, may be required to be meet mandatory vaccination obligations.