Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 4
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference: 1482525
The Careers Practitioner is responsible for leading, developing, implementing, and evaluating a whole-school approach to Careers Education, Pathway Planning, and Post-School Transition. The role supports students in Years 9¿12 and includes delivery of Work Experience, VET, Morrisby Testing, and the management of Managed Individual Pathways (MIPs). Reporting to an Assistant Principal, this ES1-4 role requires a high level of autonomy, judgement and initiative to support student outcomes aligned with MGSC¿s values and strategic direction.
The Careers Practitioner will model leadership in the delivery of effective, inclusive, and strategic career development programs. They will establish and maintain strong partnerships with staff, industry, tertiary providers, and community organisations to maximise student engagement in current and emerging educational and career pathways.
Empowering and Preparing Students for the FutureThe Careers Practitioner plays a key role in supporting students to develop the skills, confidence and aspirations to take charge of their post-school journey. They ensure all students understand the opportunities available to them and support them to make informed, confident choices aligned with their interests and abilities.
Strategic Implementation and Contribution to Whole-School GoalsThe role requires the Careers Practitioner to contribute to the school¿s strategic goals, including improved student pathways data, increased VET participation, and strengthened links with employers and training providers. The Careers Practitioner will analyse data, monitor participation, and regularly report on the effectiveness of Careers and Pathways initiatives.
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
Mentone Girls¿ Secondary College (MGSC) is a high-performing government school located in the bayside suburb of Mentone, just 20 kilometres south-east of Melbourne¿s CBD. With a proud 70-year history, MGSC is the only government girls' school in Melbourne¿s southeastern suburbs, offering an inclusive, aspirational, and future-focused education for girls. Two-thirds of our students travel from outside the local area to be part of our dynamic learning community¿reflecting our strong reputation for academic excellence, wellbeing, and a values-driven culture.
Our school is guided by four core values: Empowerment, Achievement, Inclusivity and Creativity. These values are woven through everything we do¿from our high-performing academic programs to our extensive co-curricular offerings including aerobics, performing arts, debating, STEAM, and international opportunities. We are proud of our strong VCE and NAPLAN outcomes and are committed to delivering data-informed, evidence-based instruction that teaches to each student¿s point of need.
Research consistently shows that girls in single-sex schools perform better academically, have higher aspirations, and demonstrate greater confidence in STEAM subjects and leadership roles compared to their peers in coeducational settings. MGSC embodies these outcomes. We are a school that fosters confidence, curiosity, and courage. Our students benefit from an environment specifically tailored to the way girls learn best¿one that nurtures their voice, supports risk-taking, and encourages them to lead.
We also have a long tradition of outstanding student leadership. Many of our current and past student leaders have gone on to become influential voices in their communities, and they continue to be strong role models for the next generation of MGSC students. Student voice and agency are central to the MGSC experience, supported by a vibrant leadership program that encourages students to actively shape their learning and school environment.
At MGSC, we set high expectations for ourselves and for each other. We believe every student deserves to be challenged and supported to grow¿personally, socially and academically. Our staff are collaborative, reflective professionals who are committed to the pursuit of excellence in girls¿ education.