Lead Educator, Building & Construction (VET)

Melbourne Polytechnic; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Melbourne Polytechnic is seeking a Lead Educator in Building and Construction to provide educational leadership, coordinate vocational education and training, and ensure high teaching quality. You will support program delivery and drive learner outcomes.

Reporting to the Education Manager Engineering Civil Mechanical, you will oversee timetabling, staff coordination, curriculum development, assessment quality and regulatory compliance, while mentoring junior teachers and engaging industry

Qualifications

• Qualification requirements under Victorian TAFE Teaching Staff Agreement 2024.
• Minimum 200 hours of supervised teaching practicum.
• Current industry experience in Building and Construction discipline.
• AQF Level 6 teaching qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess VET within Building and Construction.
• Lead curriculum development and alignment with training packages.
• Supervise and mentor Level 1/2 teachers.
• Coordinate courses, timetabling and staff rosters.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and audits.
• Support student engagement and wellbeing.

Skills

Learner-centered teaching

Adult learning principles

Curriculum planning

Staff mentoring

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Assessment strategies

Digital learning tools

Health and safety awareness

Education

AQF Level 6 teaching qualification

Job description

Melbourne Polytechnic is seeking a Lead Educator in Building and Construction to provide educational leadership, coordinate vocational education and training, and ensure high teaching quality. You will support program delivery and drive learner outcomes.

Reporting to the Education Manager Engineering Civil Mechanical, you will oversee timetabling, staff coordination, curriculum development, assessment quality and regulatory compliance, while mentoring junior teachers and engaging industry