Lead Educator Community Cyfi and Mental Health

1 day ago

Preston, Australia Melbourne Polytechnic Full time

**INSPIRED**BY CURIOSITY.**UNITED**BY PURPOSE.**COMMITTED**TO YOU.**Vacancy Number**:151**Position Title**:Lead Educator Community, Child Youth and Family Intervention (CYFI) and Mental Health**Employment Status**:Full Time Ongoing**Department**:Human Services and Education**Location**:Preston**Award Classification**:Victorian TAFE Teaching Staff Agreement 2024 (EM1)**Salary**:$127,008 per annum plus superannuation**Hours per Week**:38**Applications Close**:Sunday 2 November 2025

**Why Join Us**:
Melbourne Polytechnic has been a leader in practical, real-world education since 1912. We offer:

- Industry-led, hands-on training
- Inclusive, future-focused environments
- A strong commitment to staff wellbeing
- A culture built on curiosity, collaboration, and care

**About the Role**:
Melbourne Polytechnic is seeking a skilled and motivated Lead Educator to support the effective delivery of vocational education and training programs in the Community, CYFI and Mental Health space. This is a greatopportunity to contribute to strategic projects, drive operational improvements, and support collaborative team success in a purpose-driven environment.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Lead and deliver high-quality teaching and assessment across multiple programs
- Coordinate program operations including timetabling, staff support, and student progress
- Mentor and support teaching staff, including Teachers Under Supervision
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and audit requirements
- Engage with stakeholders to promote and enhance programs
- Maintain educational and vocational currency
- Drive continuous improvement in teaching practices

**Skills and Experience Required**:

- Relevant qualifications in adult or vocational education (TAE40122/TAE40116/TAE40110 and AQF6+ or equivalent)
- Minimum 2 years’ industry experience in relevant fields
- Extensive teaching experience with strong learner-centred practice
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and ICT skills
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and innovate in educational settings
- Knowledge of VET compliance, curriculum development, and quality assurance

**Additional Requirements**:

- A valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- A National Police Check

**How to Apply**:
through Melbourne Polytechnic’s careers portal. There, you will be able to view the full Position Description and upload your documents.

Please:

- Complete all pre-screening questions
- Upload your CV and a brief cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience, and personal attributes align with the Key Skills and Experience in the PD
- Include the transcript link (from your USI Student Portal) in your cover letter, and upload the transcript PDF under the qualifications section

**File Requirements**:
**Selection Process**:
Our process includes:

- An interview (in-person or via **Microsoft Teams)**:

- Reference checks
- Employment and qualification verification

**Questions?**:
Contact: Recruitment Team

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