Head of Programs

Dandenong Tech School aims to prepare students for the jobs of the future, equip them with the skills to thrive in a digital world, and inspire them to create a better future for themselves and their communities. Dandenong Tech School is hosted on the Dandenong campus of Chisholm Institute and is funded by the Victorian Department of Education.

As we build our facilities, systems and programs from the ground up, the Head of Programs will collaborate internally, and with schools, industries, and community stakeholders to create immersive learning experiences that inspire and empower young people and educators. Their leadership will be instrumental in cultivating a culture of innovation and excellence, ensuring that Dandenong Tech School becomes a hub of creativity and discovery.

Your key responsibilities include:

- Provide ongoing leadership and support to facilitation and teaching staff, where every member of the team is empowered to innovate and excel
- Lead the delivery of responsive education programs that meet the organisation’s objectives
- Lead the engagement of industry and school partners
- Lead the development of forward-thinking, innovative curriculum initiatives that push the boundaries of traditional science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) education
- Support the review of learning experiences across Dandenong Tech School, implement solutions to continually improve programs, and support the Director in reporting on progress against targets.
- Lead the development of teacher professional learning opportunities for internal staff, partner schools, industry and community stakeholders, and the broader community
- Deliver high quality, innovative STEAM-focused learning experiences to secondary school audiences, as well as internal staff, partner schools, industry and community stakeholders, and the broader community, where required
- Build and leverage strategic relationships with Dandenong Tech School’s partner organisations to promote the vision and goals of Dandenong Tech School

**ABOUT YOU**

You have experience within industry and/or the educational sector and in the development, delivery and embedding of innovative curriculum and learning programs for secondary-aged students.

**Qualifications required for the role**:

- Graduate or bachelor's degree in teaching or education
- Vocational or Bachelor level qualifications in any of the Clean Energy, Science, Maths, Engineering, Arts, Design, Medical or Technology disciplines

**ABOUT US**

Chisholm is one of the largest vocational training providers in the state with a team of over 1,400 dedicated staff supporting 41,000 students who choose to study at Chisholm and training at our modern campuses across Melbourne’s southeast and online. We partner with governments, educational institutes, and businesses worldwide, sharing our expertise in vocational education.

We offer over 400 courses that include nationally accredited pathways from secondary school programs and short courses, through to certificates, diplomas, and degrees.

At Chisholm, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation. We know that diversity and inclusion help us to attract, recruit, engage and retain a team of talented people.

**WHAT WE OFFER**
- ** An Inclusive work culture**:

- Chisholm is resolutely diverse. We celebrate our people’s unique contributions to achieving our ambition to transform lives through relevant and responsive high-quality education.
- ** Professional Development**:

- continue to grow your career as you nurture your students
- ** Networking Opportunities** with Industry Partners
- ** State of the art facilities** on our campuses
- ** Free on-site parking **as well as locations close to public transport
- ** Free Employee Assistance Program**:

- get the support you want. Its confidential.
- a cover letter
- your resume
- contact details of three (3) referees
- Verified copies of all qualifications and transcripts as listed on resume.
- Current & Valid Working with Children Check (Employee and not Volunteer)
- Verified copy of unrestricted rights to work in Australia
- Verified Police Check (position specific)

**Applications for this position close at 05pm, 13 December 2024.**

Chisholm Institute reserves the right to withdraw an advertised position at any stage.

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