Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $106,845 - $129,273
Grade: VIT5
Occupation: Communications, marketing and media
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/1888454
The Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) is an independent statutory authority, whose primary function is to regulate members of the teaching profession.
About us
The VIT’s vision is to ensure that Victorian learners have the best teachers. All our work focusses on raising the quality of teaching, and providing for the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
Be part of a workforce who share VIT’s vision and are committed to contributing to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
Teacher Practitioner – 2 Year Fixed Term
Salary range $106,845-$129,273 plus statutory superannuation
Are you an experienced teacher ready to apply your skills to support the wider profession? Are you an exceptional communicator and team player?
If you fit this profile, then you could join the dynamic Professional Practice Team within the Strategy, Accreditation, Professional Practice & Policy Branch at VIT with an exciting and challenging mandate to enable quality teaching and provide for the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
About the role
The Teacher Practitioner role offers an outstanding career opportunity for a professional who is passionate about using their expertise to support VIT in its regulation of Victorian teachers. With expert knowledge in the Victorian education landscape across all sectors , an exceptional understanding of teaching practice and the ability to connect and communicate with a variety of stakeholders, the role will ensure VIT is well informed in its role in collaborating effectively with stakeholders and upholding the standards and enabling quality teaching.
Be part of a forward-thinking, risk-based regulator where ideas and opinions are valued.
This role will require you to:
About you
As an experienced fully registered teacher you will have sound and practical knowledge of current educational priorities . You will have experience in teaching practice, and an understanding of the duties and responsibilities of teachers particularly in relation to child safety and wellbeing.
You will have strong project management and communication skills combined with a highly organised approach and a proven track record in engaging with relevant and varied stakeholders. In addition to this, as the successful candidate, you will have:
How to apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter (no more than 4 pages) addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the attached position description.
To discuss this role further, please contact Mrs Linda Blakis, Professional Practice Manager, Strategy, Accreditation, Professional Practice & Policy Branch on 0425807014 or by email at [email protected].
Recruitment and selection process
During the recruitment and selection process, shortlisted applicants may be asked to submit to various assessment tools and pre-employment screenings. This may include consent to conduct a nationally coordinated criminal history check.
Applications close: 11.59 pm Sunday 26 October 2025