VET Trainer - Workplace Skills & Employability

Work Initiatives; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

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Job summary

Mancel College is seeking a passionate VET Trainer – Workplace Skills & Employability to empower students with practical workplace and independent living skills for post-school success. You will collaborate with families, employers and support services to deliver engaging programs that prepare students for employment and further training.

The role focuses on practical, hands-on teaching, career exploration, resume support and transition planning, within a supportive, multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering vocational education or transition-to-work programs.
• Ability to build relationships with employers and community organisations.
• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Comfortable with practical, strengths-based teaching approaches.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Workplace Skills and Employability programmes to students.
• Teach workplace expectations, employability skills and professional behaviours.
• Assist students with resume preparation, job applications and interview skills.
• Develop students’ communication, teamwork, customer service and problem-solving capabilities.
• Deliver financial literacy, self-management and independent living skills programs.
• Prepare students for work experience placements, apprenticeships and employment opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with employers and community organisations.
• Monitor and report on student engagement, progress and transition outcomes.

Skills

Vocational education delivery

Employability skills

Stakeholder engagement

Organisational skills

Hands-on teaching

Collaborative team work

Driver Licence

First Aid & CPR

Working with Children Checks (BlueCard

Education

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122)

Job description

VET Trainer - Workplace Skills & Employability

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.

Mancel College is a specialist independent school providing innovative and individualised education programs for students with diverse learning needs. We are committed to supporting students to build confidence, independence, life skills and meaningful pathways beyond school.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced VET Trainer – Workplace Skills & Employability to join our team on a full-time basis. This role plays a critical part in bridging the gap between education, training and employment by equipping students with the practical workplace, employability and independent living skills needed for successful post-school transitions.

About the Role

Working closely with students, families, employers and support services, you will deliver engaging, practical programmes that prepare young people for employment, further training and community participation. You will empower students to identify their strengths, explore career pathways and develop the confidence and capability required for adult life.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Workplace Skills and Employability programmes to students.
• Teach workplace expectations, employability skills and professional behaviours.
• Support students with resume preparation, job applications and interview skills.
• Develop students’ communication, teamwork, customer service and problem-solving capabilities.
• Deliver financial literacy, self-management and independent living skills programs.
• Assist students to identify career interests, strengths and employment goals.
• Prepare students for work experience placements, apprenticeships, traineeships and employment opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with employers, employment providers and community organisations.
• Monitor and report on student engagement, progress and transition outcomes.
• Support Extended Year 12 students with transition-to-work and community participation goals.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive and student-centred learning environment.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Experience delivering vocational education, employability, life skills or transition-to-work programs.
• A passion for supporting young people with diverse learning needs to achieve meaningful post-school outcomes.
• Strong communication, relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience working with employers, community organisations or employment support providers.
• Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills.
• The ability to engage students through practical, hands-on and strengths-based learning approaches.
• A collaborative and flexible approach to working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Current full-time work rights in Australia (sponsorship is not available for this role).
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or equivalent).
• Relevant vocational qualifications and/or industry experience.
• Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
• Current First Aid and CPR certification (or ability to obtain).
• Current Queensland Driver Licence.

Why Join Mancel College?

At Mancel College, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to thrive. We offer:

• More take home pay: As a Not-For Profit organisation, we can offer our employees Salary Packaging options to boost their take-home pay by 6% - 12% per annum (up to $7,500 increase in the amount you take home and spend, rather than going to taxes).
• A supportive and values-driven workplace.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference in students' lives.
• A collaborative and professional team environment.
• The chance to help shape innovative transition and employment pathways for young people.

Language Disorder Australia is committed to safe and supportive work practices as a child safe organisation.All workers are required to participate in security screening relevant to their role including Criminal History/Police checks, Teacher Registration or Relevant Body checks, identification and references checks, Working With Children Checks, and disclosing any information relevant to eligibility to engage in activities involving children and young people. Our workers are required to understand and follow our Child Protection Policies and Processes.

Language Disorder Australia is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities, ensuring equal opportunities for all qualified candidates. We believe in providing a space where you can thrive, contribute, and make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people with Language Disorder.

Reasonable adjustmentsare available to reduce barriers and may assist participation in the recruitment process. Should you require reasonable adjustments, please tell us as part of your application so that we can adjust as needed.