Manager, Community Services

About the Team

At the College of Health Early Childhood Education and Community Services we prepare students to work with some of the most vulnerable members of our community. Our programs equip future professionals to support people experiencing homelessness mental health challenges family violence alcohol and drug dependency and young people facing complex life circumstances. We also train students to design and deliver community programs that strengthen and uplift every corner of society.

Our teaching team is made up of dedicated highly experienced professionals including:

• Youth workers
• Community services and social workers
• Psychologists
• Counsellors
• Alcohol and other drug (AOD) specialists

We are deeply passionate about the fields we teach and committed to achieving the best outcomes for our students. As leaders in this sector across Victoria we are proud of the strong reputation our courses hold with both learners and industry partners.

About the Role

You will be responsible for the management of highquality teaching practices and assessment across Community Services programs within Victoria University.

You will manage and customise learnercentred training and assessment support student progression and maintain compliance with ASQA VRQA and HESG requirements.

You will work closely with industry partners and internal stakeholders you will manage continuous improvement industryinformed practice and a positive inclusive learning environment.

• Salary:$129129 per annum
• Employment Type:Full time Continuing
• Hours:38 hours per week
• Location:Footscray Nicholson campuses

For a detailed overview of the roles duties and responsibilities please refer to theroles position description.

About You

We would like to hear from you if you are:

• Experienced TAFE educator
• Background in Community Services with significant experience an advantage
• Passionate for student success
• Compliance driven

• Exceptional in time management and attention to detail

Who to Contact

For further information relating to the position or recruitment process please contact Michelle Reilly Senior Manager Early Childhood Education and Community Services at

How to Apply:

In aSINGLE document your application must include:

• A briefcover letter.
• Specific responses to theKey Selection Criteria
• Fullcurriculum vitae (CV)/Resume

Applications will close at5:00pm Thursday 30 April 2026.

NOTE: Applications which do not address the key selection criteria will NOT be considered.This advert may close earlier should a suitable candidate beidentified. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role requires for applicants to have full and permanent working rights in Australia.

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 visitourCareers at VU Webpage

Our Commitment to Protecting Country

Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We willdemonstratesensitivity 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 aWGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

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