Overview
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: 1537817
Selection Criteria
KSC1 Careers and Pathways Knowledge
Demonstrated knowledge of career development principles and senior secondary pathways, including VCE, VCE VM, VET, School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships, tertiary education, training and employment pathways, with the capacity to provide accurate and appropriate advice to students and families.
KSC2 Student Support and Career Counselling
Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with students and provide individualised careers and pathway support, including career counselling, subject selection, Career Action Plans, transition planning and support for students at risk of disengagement.
KSC3 Organisation, Administration and Compliance
Highly developed organisational and administrative skills, including the capacity to coordinate careers, work experience and pathway programs, maintain accurate student records, manage documentation and compliance requirements, and meet competing deadlines with a high level of accuracy.
KSC4 Communication, Collaboration and Partnerships
Highly developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively with students, families, school staff, employers, Registered Training Organisations, tertiary providers and community organisations to support successful student pathways and transitions.
Role
Range 4 is distinguished by broader management responsibility, particularly in the areas of finance, human resource and other support functions. Range 4 is responsible for managing a range of functions under a wide range of conditions, subject to the size and complexity of school operations.
Objectives will, generally, be clearly defined; guidelines will be broad and day-to-day direction minimal. Management responsibility extends to ensuring appropriate support levels are maintained across the school. Range 4 generally provides key support and timely advice to the leadership team and school council and liaises with the general school community, the Department and other government agencies and service providers.
Specialised professional roles will carry a high level of independence and accountability where suitable scope is provided to achieve objectives.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee¿s position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
Responsibilities
Position TitleCareers Practitioner
ClassificationEducation Support (ES) 1 - Range 4
Reports ToCareers Coordinator (Leading Teacher) / Assistant Principal ¿ Senior School
Position PurposeThe Careers Practitioner supports students to make informed career, pathway and post-school decisions by providing high-quality careers education, pathway guidance and administrative support. The role works collaboratively with students, families, teaching staff, external providers, employers and tertiary institutions to coordinate career development programs and ensure students successfully transition into further education, training or employment.
The Careers Practitioner is responsible for coordinating operational aspects of careers and pathways programs while providing individualised support to students across Years 7¿12.
Provide individual career counselling and pathway advice to students.
Assist students to develop Career Action Plans (CAPs).
Support students to identify appropriate senior secondary pathways including VCE, VCE VM, VET and School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships (SBATs).
Assist students with subject selection and post-school planning.
Support students applying for tertiary education, apprenticeships, traineeships and employment opportunities.
Conduct career interviews with students and families.
Assist with the planning and delivery of careers education programs across Years 7¿12.
Develop resources that support career exploration and pathway planning.
Coordinate career information sessions, guest speakers and industry presentations.
Promote career development opportunities through newsletters, Compass and other communication platforms.
Coordinate the school's Work Experience Program.
Ensure all Work Experience documentation complies with Department requirements.
Liaise with employers regarding placements.
Support students to source suitable placements.
Monitor placement completion and maintain accurate records.
Coordinate workplace learning requirements associated with VCE VM where required.
Assist with enrolments into external VET programs.
Liaise with Registered Training Organisations (RTOs).
Support administration associated with SBATs.
Maintain accurate student records relating to VET and workplace learning.
Maintain accurate student pathway records.
Assist with VASS and pathway-related administration.
Coordinate permission forms, applications and required documentation.
Maintain careers and destination databases.
Prepare reports and data for leadership.
Develop relationships with universities, TAFEs, RTOs, local businesses, industry groups, employment agencies and community organisations.
Coordinate careers expos, tertiary visits and industry excursions.
Promote scholarships, cadetships and employment opportunities.
Support students transitioning into senior secondary pathways, further education, apprenticeships, traineeships and employment.
Assist students identified as being at risk of disengagement by connecting them with appropriate pathway options.
Provide careers information to parents and carers.
Conduct pathway information evenings.
Respond to parent enquiries.
Maintain effective communication with families.
Maintain confidentiality of student information.
Work collaboratively with teaching staff, wellbeing staff and leadership.
Participate in relevant professional learning.
Maintain knowledge of VCE, VCE VM, VET, VTAC and labour market trends.
Undertake other duties consistent with ES Range 4.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Diversity and Inclusion
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, 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 safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
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.
Child Safe Standards
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
DE Values
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
Other Information
Qualifications and Experience (Desirable)Qualifications in Careers Education, Career Development, Education, Human Resources or a related field.
Membership of CICA or CDAA.
Experience working within secondary education, careers, employment services or youth pathways.
Current Working with Children Check.
Career Action Plans
Subject Selection
Course Counselling
Work Experience
VET Administration
School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships
VTAC Applications
University and TAFE Applications
Careers Expo
Tertiary Visits
Employer Engagement
Industry Presentations
Scholarship Promotion
Student Pathway Interviews
Conditions of Employment
- All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
- Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
- A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
- Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx
Location Profile
Clyde Secondary College opened in January 2022. Our current enrolment is 1378 students and is expected to continue to grow. In 2026 we saw the inclusion of Year 11 students, with Year 12 commencing in 2027.
At the heart of Clyde Secondary College is a deep commitment to fostering a warm, inclusive, and respectful school culture for both students and staff. We are dedicated to creating a learning environment built on high expectations and individual care, where every student experiences a rich, diverse, and challenging curriculum while being genuinely valued in a safe, supportive, and nurturing setting.
Our school values reflect our vision of ¿Excelling together, valuing the individual¿ and are embodied in the acronym REACH, Respect, Excellence, Aspiration, Curiosity, and Honesty. These values are not only central to student learning but are the foundation of how our entire community of students, staff, and families interact and grow together.
The College Leadership Team places a strong and active focus on staff wellbeing, recognising that the strength of a school community lies in the health and happiness of its people. We prioritise creating a collegial and positive workplace, where every team member feels supported, respected, and heard. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and genuine care, ensuring staff feel empowered in their roles, connected to each other, and sustained through access to ongoing professional development, wellbeing initiatives, and open lines of communication.
We pride ourselves on being a friendly and welcoming school, where kindness and approachability underpin all interactions. Whether you're a student, parent, teacher, or member of the broader community, you'll experience a sense of belonging and mutual respect that defines life at Clyde Secondary College.
To complement academic learning, students are offered a broad range of co-curricular opportunities, including performing arts, sports, student leadership development, and community engagement programs. We encourage every student to participate in school life beyond the classroom, helping them grow as confident, capable, and connected citizens.
Our curriculum, aligned with the Victorian Curriculum, is both comprehensive and stimulating, including English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Languages, Physical Education, Technology, Art, Drama, and ICT. As the College grows, additional subjects such as Music, Food Studies, and advanced options in Literature, Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Systems will become available. STEM will also be a cornerstone of learning from Year 7 onwards, helping students build essential skills for future success.
We also offer a Select Entry High Achiever Program, designed to extend and support high-performing students through enrichment and acceleration opportunities leading into VCE.
As a supported inclusion school, Clyde Secondary College has been purposefully designed to welcome and meet the needs of students with disabilities, offering enhanced learning spaces and inclusive facilities that promote dignity, engagement, and success for all learners.
Clyde Secondary College is more than a place of learning, it's a caring and vibrant community where everyone is supported to thrive.