Lead Educator Information Technology

2 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Melbourne Polytechnic Full time $127,008 - $150,000 per year

INSPIRED BY CURIOSITY. UNITED BY PURPOSE. COMMITTED TO YOU.

  • Vacancy Number: 174
  • Position Title: Lead Educator Information Technology
  • Employment Status: Ongoing, Full Time
  • Department: Business Advanced Manufacturing and Logistics (BAML)
  • Location: Multi-Campus
  • Award Classification: Victorian TAFE Teaching Staff Agreement 2024
  • Salary: $127,008 p.a plus superannuation
  • Hours per Week: 38
  • Applications Close: Thursday 27 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

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Lead Educator Information Technology to deliver high-quality vocational education and training programs that meet learner, industry, and compliance requirements. You will play a key role in planning, teaching, assessing, and coordinating IT programs, mentoring staff, and driving continuous improvement in teaching practices.

Key Responsibilities
  • Plan, deliver, and assess inclusive learning activities aligned with industry standards.
  • Coordinate program operations including timetabling, resource planning, and compliance documentation.
  • Mentor and support teaching staff, fostering best practice and innovation.
  • Engage with stakeholders and industry to enhance program relevance and quality.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and audit requirements.
Skills and Experience Required
  • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or equivalent).
  • Relevant higher-level qualification (AQF6+) in adult or vocational education OR higher education teaching qualification with required skill sets.
  • Minimum 2 years' industry experience in IT and extensive teaching experience.
  • Strong understanding of learning principles and learner-centred methodologies.
  • Excellent communication, organisational, and ICT skills.
Additional Requirements

Successful candidate will be required to provide:

  • 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
  • If applying for a teaching role , upload combined copies of your relevant qualifications and provide your USI VET Transcript (if available):
  • Include the transcript link (from your USI Student Portal) in your cover letter, and upload the transcript PDF under the qualifications section

File Requirements:

Each file must be under 2MB. PDF is preferred (Word .doc or .docx also accepted). Avoid special characters in filenames (e.g. , @ # % *).

Selection Process

Our process includes:

  • An interview (in-person or via Microsoft Teams)
  • Reference checks
  • Employment and qualification verification
Questions?

Contact: Recruitment Team

Email:

Diversity and Inclusion

Melbourne Polytechnic is an equal opportunity and child-safe employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and gender identities.

Recruitment Agencies

Melbourne Polytechnic manages all recruitment directly. We do not accept unsolicited applications from agencies unless engaged through the State Purchasing Contract and with prior written approval.

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