Teacher Locksmithing

• Vacancy Number: 79
• Position Title: Teacher Locksmithing
• Employment Type: Full-time, Ongoing
• Department: Construction
• Location: Heidelberg
• Award Classification: Victorian TAFE Teaching Staff Agreement 2024 L1.1 to L3.4
• Salary: $79,743 - $117,764
• Hours per Week: 38
• Applications Close: Monday 8 December 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 passionate and experienced Teacher Locksmithing to join our Construction team. In this role, you will deliver engaging and industry-relevant education that supports students in achieving their learning and career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and inclusive training in Locksmithing, tailored to diverse student needs across various learning environments
• Develop and maintain high-quality educational resources and ensure compliance with VET and institutional standards
• Support student wellbeing and academic success through pastoral care, learning plans, and active engagement strategies
• Collaborate with industry and colleagues to ensure curriculum relevance, continuous improvement, and professional development

Skills and Experience Required

• Relevant vocational qualifications and current industry skills in Locksmithing
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or equivalent)
• VET teaching experience, preferably in Locksmithing or related trades
• Understanding of ASQA/VET compliance requirements

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

Click Apply to submit your application 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: Daniel Romanin

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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