Manager, Community Services

Manager, Community Services

Footscray, Australia

Job Info

Job Identification 17778

Job Category TAFE Teaching

Posting Date 04/14/2026, 04:18 AM

Locations Nicholson St - Footscray

Apply Before 04/30/2026, 07:00 AM

Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

About VU:

At Victoria University, our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan 2022-2028: Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers “Thriving place to Study and Work” will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.

About the Team

At the College of Health, Early Childhood Education and Community Services, we prepare students to work with some of the most vulnerable members of our community. Our programs equip future professionals to support people experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, family violence, alcohol and drug dependency, and young people facing complex life circumstances. We also train students to design and deliver community programs that strengthen and uplift every corner of society.

Our teaching team is made up of dedicated, highly experienced professionals, including:

Youth workers

Community services and social workers

Psychologists

Counsellors

Alcohol and other drug (AOD) specialists

We are deeply passionate about the fields we teach and committed to achieving the best outcomes for our students. As leaders in this sector across Victoria, we are proud of the strong reputation our courses hold with both learners and industry partners.

About the Role

You will be responsible for the management of high‑quality teaching practices and assessment across Community Services programs within Victoria University.

You will manage and customise learner‑centred training and assessment, support student progression, and maintain compliance with ASQA, VRQA and HESG requirements.

You will work closely with industry partners and internal stakeholders, you will manage continuous improvement, industry‑informed practice, and a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Salary: $129,129 per annum

Employment Type: Full time Continuing

Hours: 38 hours per week

Location: Footscray Nicholson campuses

For a detailed overview of the role’s duties and responsibilities, please refer to the role’s position description.

About You

We would like to hear from you if you are:

Experienced TAFE educator

Background in Community Services with significant experience an advantage

Passionate for student success

Compliance driven

Exceptional in time management and attention to detail

The University is a Child Safe organisation. You will be required to hold a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) or be willing to obtain one prior to commencing employment.

Who to Contact?

For further information relating to the position or recruitment process, please contact Michelle Reilly, Senior Manager, Early Childhood Education and Community Services at Michelle.Reilly@vu.edu.au

How to Apply:

In a SINGLE document, your application must include:

A brief cover letter.

Specific responses to the Key Selection Criteria

Full curriculum vitae (CV)/Resume

Applications will close at 5:00pm Thursday, 30 April 2026.

NOTE: Applications which do not address the key selection criteria will NOT be considered. This advert may close earlier should a suitable candidate be identified. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires for applicants to have full and permanent working rights in Australia.

Why Join VU

VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. The university fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information, please visit our Careers at VU Webpage

Our Commitment to Protecting Country

Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share.

Our Commitment to Progressive Inclusivity

VU is an equal opportunity employer and proudly committed to progressive inclusivity. We welcome and celebrate diversity in all its forms including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of all ages and socio-economic backgrounds. We strive to reflect the communities we serve and foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment where everyone feels they belong. We are proud to be a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Our Commitment to Inclusive Recruitment

VU is committed to providing a positive and barrier-free recruitment experience. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, including accessible formats of documents, please contact us at inclusivecareers@vu.edu.au or call (03) 9919 5999.