Equitable Learning Support

Soldier On; City of Greater Shepparton; Hybrid; AUD 48,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

NVITAFE, operating through GOTAFE, is seeking an Equitable Learning Support Worker to assist students with disability by providing tailored academic and learning support. The role focuses on developing independent learning, study abilities and organisational skills, enabling students to reach their potential.

This part-time role offers flexible work arrangements, with options such as hybrid schedules, and a strong commitment to inclusive education and safety across communities.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Disability or equivalent with relevant experience.
• Experience in disability support or human sciences preferred.
• Understanding of disability sector rules and regulations.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills for diverse settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and learning support to students with disability.
• Develop strategies to build learning independence and study skills.
• Collaborate with students to promote confidence and self-advocacy.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

Certificate IV in Disability

Job description

• Provide tailored academic and learning support to students with disability
• Develop strategies that build students' learning and study independence
• Support students to build confidence,organisationand self-advocacy skills

About Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE (NVITAFE)

At Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE (NVITAFE),we're building one connected organisation while continuing to deliverhigh-qualitytrainingand skillsthrough the trusted GOTAFE and Wodonga TAFE brands.

NVITAFE operates across 11 campuses in Northern Victoria, and across a further 12 sites nationally to deliver training to the Australian Defence Force.

As one of Victoria's largest regional TAFEs, with more than 1,000 employees and in excess of 14,000 students, we're investing in our people, our capability, and the future of vocational education.

Every day, our people contribute to helping learners gain the skills, confidence and opportunities to transform their lives.

About the role

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Equitable Learning Supportworker to join the team at GOTAFE. In this role, you will provide academic and learning support to students with disability. The primary focus of the role is to support student independence by developing and implementing strategies that build effective learning, study and organisational skills. You will work collaboratively with students to understand their individual needs, promote their strengths and support them to develop their skills and confidence.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking flexible part-time work while making a meaningful difference to the educational experience and outcomes of students with disability.

About you

You will bring:

• A minimum of Certificate IV level in Disability with recent relevant experience or,
• An equivalent qualification with extensive experience in the relevant field of disabilities.
• Recent related experience and/or qualifications in human sciences, with adult literacy and numeracy skills will be highly regarded.
• Demonstrated understanding of the rules, standards and regulations that apply within the Disability Support sector.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to work or liaise with people in a range of settings.

We recognise that applicants may not meet every criterion listed in a Position Description. If you believe you have the capability to succeed in the role and can demonstrate relevant skills, experience or potential, we encourage you to apply.

Whatyou’llneed

Successful applicants will be required to provide:

• a current National Police Check (issued within three months of commencement)
• a current Employee Working with Children Check (or evidence of application)

Working at NVITAFE means being part of an organisation committed to making a positive difference in our communities.

We offer:

• a supportive and collaborative workplace culture
• professional learning and development opportunities
• meaningful work that supports students, industry and our communities
• the opportunity to help shape the future of one of Victoria's largest regional TAFEs.

We support flexible work arrangements and, where operationally appropriate, may offer options such as flexible start and finish times, hybrid work, part-time arrangements, job sharing or other flexible work options.

An inclusive employer

NVITAFE is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women, LGBTQIA+ people, Veterans, and people of all ages, genders and identities.

Child Safety Commitment

Central to our values, NVITAFE prioritises the safety and wellbeing of young people, with Child Safety Officers on-site and Child Safety Policies. All staff must complete Child Safe Training and obtain a Working with Children Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

Close Date: 20/09/2026