Program Lead EAL

1 week ago

Preston, Victoria, Australia Melbourne Polytechnic Full time US$125,131 per year

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  • Vacancy Number: 101
  • Position Title: Program Lead EAL
  • Employment Type: Ongoing, Full Time
  • Department: EAL
  • Location: Preston
  • Award Classification: EM1
  • Salary: $125,131
  • Hours per Week: 38
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 EAL Program Lead to join our EAL Department team. In this role, you will provide educational leadership across EAL programs, support staff development, and ensure quality delivery and compliance with national standards.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and coordinate EAL programs and teaching teams
  • Deliver training and assessment aligned with VET and curriculum requirements
  • Support student engagement, attendance, and outcomes
  • Maintain teaching and compliance documentation
  • Liaise with industry and community to align training with current needs
  • Assist in recruitment and onboarding of staff
  • Promote department programs through community engagement
  • Lead quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with AMEP, SEE, Skills First, and ASQA standards
Skills and Experience Required
  • Degree or Diploma relevant to EAL or Foundation Studies
  • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116 or equivalent)
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in relevant industry
  • Proven leadership and team management capabilities
  • Strong understanding of vocational education and training sector
  • Experience in program design, assessment, and compliance
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and counselling skills
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation and standards (OHS, Anti-Discrimination, VET Quality Framework, Child Safe Standards)
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
  • Complete all pre-screening questions
  • Upload your CV and cover letter (max. 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 relevant qualifications

File Requirements:

  • Each file must be under 2MB
  • PDF format is preferred (also accepts .doc or .docx)
  • 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:

Applications close : Wednesday 3 September 2025

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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