Teacher, Community Health

The Victoria University (VU) TAFE Community Services team are looking for passionate educators with current industry experience in Allied Health, Health Service Assistance or Health Administration to deliver and support our students across our Community Health Courses and provide them with essential skills and direct industry experience.

• Make a positive impact on the lives of our students
• Located at our Sunshine, Footscray Nicholson and Werribee campuses
• Two part - time positions available

About Us

Victoria University (VU) is proud to deliver TAFE courses that meet the needs of both students and industry.

Our proud 100-year history of excellence in the delivery of vocational education, providing you with tailored, work-based and flexible courses. Today, VU is one of the largest and most culturally diverse education institutions in Australia.

About the Role

Reporting to the Manager of Community Health, this pivotal role will be ensuring that VU continues to deliver high quality training in our VET Community Health area. This will help enable VU to achieve the objectives of its Strategic Plan, : Start well, finish brilliantly.

This role is an integral part of the Community Health team, responsible for delivering high-quality vocational education and training. Key responsibilities include:

• Design and deliver educational programs and assessments tailored to diverse student and client needs. Delivery modes include face-to-face, online, and blended learning across enterprise and community settings.
• W Collaborate with current and prospective industry partners and enterprises to ensure training remains relevant and responsive to workforce needs.
• Create and maintain a positive, inclusive learning environment. Conduct competency-based assessments in accordance with relevant curriculum and training package requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and assessment in accordance with the National VET Regulator including the requirements of moderation and validation of assessment.

Salary: VT3 – VT5 $89,911 - $114,008 (pro rata) + 17% employer superannuation
Contract Type: 
Position One: Continuing part-time (0.6 FTE, 22.8 hours per week)
Position Two: Fixed Term part-time (0.8 FTE, 30.4 hours per week until 04/05/2026) 
Location: Located across our Sunshine, Footscray Nicholson and Werribee Campuses
 

For a copy of the position description, click here: Teacher, Community Health. 

About You

VU's collaborative working environment will help you thrive and achieve the best outcomes for yourself, the solutions you provide and inspiring team you work with. You will have:

• A Training and Assessment qualification: Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116); or Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40110) with Address Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy Skills (TAELLN411 or TAELLN401); and Design and Develop Assessment Tools (TAEASS502, TAEASS502A or TAEASS502B)
• At least 2 years with Industry Experience in Allied Health/ Allied Health Assistance, Health Service Assistance or Health Administration either in a hospital or community setting.
• Passion in sharing your knowledge with the next generation of healthcare workers.
• Willingness to continually learn and develop as a TAFE Teacher.
• Hold a current Employee Working with Children Check.
• Experience in other areas of health and community care such as aged care is highly desirable.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted as a single document comprising:

• A cover letter
• Your curriculum vitae/resume
• Your responses addressing all selection criteria located in the position description
• Evidence of applicable qualifications, licences and registration

Applications close: Friday 28th November 2025 at 11:59 PM (AEST) 

This advert may close earlier should a suitable candidate be identified. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This role requires for applicants to have full and permanent working rights in Australia.

If you would like to know more information, contact Michael Daskalakis – Manager Community Health by email  

Why Join VU

VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. The university fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information, please visit our Careers at VU Webpage

Our Commitment to Protecting Country

Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share. 

Our Commitment to Progressive Inclusivity

VU is an equal opportunity employer and proudly committed to progressive inclusivity. We welcome and celebrate diversity in all its forms including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of all ages and socio-economic backgrounds. We strive to reflect the communities we serve and foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment where everyone feels they belong. We are proud to be a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

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