YMCA Vocational Schools provide adjusted education programs and vocational training to secondary students, who would benefit from an alternative learning environment. With campuses across Brisbane, the school supports students in their journey to employment. Students participate in programs dedicated to enhancing practical and personal skills, at a pace that encourages school attendance, engagement and confidence.

YMCA Vocational School: South Brisbane Junior Campus is recruiting a VET Lead (Vocational Education & Training) on a Permanent, Full Time Basis located in Acacia Ridge, QLD.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The role of a VET Lead is focused on providing job creation and job seeker abilities through the facilitation of vocational and education training to vulnerable young people.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited too):

• Coordinate the development and implementation of training and employment pathways which lead students into school- based traineeships/apprenticeships (SBATs) and employment.
• Build external partnerships with prospective local employers as appropriate to support the VET in School (VETis) Programs, SBATs and part-time /casual employment.
• Facilitate the retention of training and employment partnerships that benefit quality outcomes for students and program participants through the VETis Programs and SBATs as outlined in the Y VET Career Education Framework.
• Assist in the delivery of wellbeing and enrichment programs as appropriate.
• Create, implement and evaluate a process to select students to participate in VETis and nationally accredited certificate programs as per the Y VET Career Education Framework.
• Participate in prescribed programs including Professional Development and Review, to develop your practice as a VET Lead and expertise in VET, employability and career development.

SELECTION CRITERIA

The ideal applicant will have a passion for giving disadvantaged people in our community a real opportunity to realise their potential in body, mind and spirit.

This candidate will also meet the following selection criteria:

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or Career Development or similar qualification; or significant demonstrated experience in Youth Work and VET and working toward the completion of the above certificate or similar.
• Significant demonstrated recent experience in working with young people in a VET environment who are at risk.
• Demonstrated ability in the creation of comprehensive industry-specific programs that provide participants with hands-on experiences and opportunities to link with genuine employment opportunities.
• Up-to-date knowledge of the labour market, employability skills and job creation and acquisition strategies; the ability to impart this knowledge to students in engaging and creative ways.
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills with the ability to provide high quality reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and build strong, effective relationships with diverse groups.
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate; or willingness to obtain
• Positive Notice Blue Card; Or willingness to obtain

BENEFITS

The YMCA offers a range of fantastic employee benefits which includes:

• Generous Salary Packaging (up to 15,900 per annum)
• Free YMCA Gym Membership
• Discounted accommodation at the George Williams Hotel
• Discounted Childcare at our services
• Discounts on Private Health - Medibank
• Full range of additional employee benefits

APPLICATIONS

To apply, candidates must supply a current resume and cover letter that addresses the key selection criteria as outlined above.

Applications can be submitted using the 'Apply Now' button below.

Our Commitment

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles. To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy.

The YMCA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people.