Work Type: Fixed-term
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Grade not specified
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: AS000006
Holmesglen Institute is a leading provider of vocational and higher education in Victoria, with over 40 years of experience and 140,000 graduates. As one of the largest government-owned TAFEs, we offer 600+ courses across multiple campuses, including Chadstone, Moorabbin, Glen Waverley, Eildon, and Melbourne's CBD. Our hands-on learning approach is supported by state-of-the-art facilities and strong industry partnerships, ensuring students gain the skills needed for successful careers. We foster a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages both staff and students to grow, innovate, and make a positive community impact.
The Opportunity:
The Environment and Horticultural Trades department provides a progressive, innovative and supportive teaching environment with strong industry, government and community links and partnerships. Courses and programs range from Certificate to Diploma level qualifications (including apprenticeships and VDSS) delivered through purpose-built simulation rooms, sheds and spaces, onsite and in the field, indoors and outdoors. Delivery is mainly at the luscious and green surrounds of the Glen Waverley campus. Nationally accredited programs across the department include Horticulture, Landscaping, Floristry, Landscape Construction, Landscape Design, Parks and Gardens, Sports Turf Management and Conservation and Ecosystem Management.
This is a hands-on and rewarding role where you’ll design and deliver floristry training that inspires, using a variety of innovative teaching and assessment methods tailored to meet the diverse needs of our students. You'll also take the lead in developing learning resources and assessment tools that support excellence in delivery. By building strong connections with industry and key stakeholders, you'll ensure our programs remain relevant and impactful. Your collaborative approach and commitment to outstanding student support will also see you actively involved in course coordination and departmental initiatives that contribute to the success of both students and the wider faculty.
As Teacher Floristry you will:
To be successful, you’ll have:
Our commitment to you:
At Holmesglen Institute, we are committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and flexible workplace where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. We’ve implemented strong systems and ongoing support to ensure our staff can work and deliver in a safe and adaptable environment. Our team benefits from a range of wellbeing initiatives, access to the Employee Assistance Program, and opportunities for professional and career development. We also offer paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.
Holmesglen is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. We value diversity in our workforce and encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for roles within our organisation, including the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
Here's how to apply:
Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter with responses to the Key Selection Criteria. We commit to respond to every applicant.
For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Ann Moore – Head of Department, Environment at [email protected]
For further information relating to this opportunity and to view the position description, please click here.
Applications for this position close on 11:59 pm Sunday, 18th of January 2026.
If you require specific support to apply for this position or have any application queries, please contact the People Experience Department at [email protected] or on 03 9564 1530 and we will work with you to identify the best way to assist.