Careers And Student Pathways Advisor 0.6 Fte

Job Description Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan
Job type: Part time / From 28/01/2025
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Education and Training
Reference: 1437909
Location Profile The community of Greenvale has long-awaited its own secondary school and is eager for it to be a success story: the secondary school of choice for local families and a school of which all in the community can be proud. The future of education for Greenvale is now here, and students will be prepared for, and encouraged to dream, believe, and achieve.
Our school opened in 2022 and is growing steadily, living up to this ambition. In 2025, the College has Year 7 - 10 student cohorts. We will add a year level every year following. In 2025, the College adds the Year 10 cohort and commences our program planning for senior secondary options to ensure all students have excellent opportunities and outcomes after their schooling.
At Greenvale Secondary College, we focus on supporting individual students wherever they are at in their learning and social development, to ensure our students can feel successful and challenged to be their best. We offer extension and enrichment, as well as interventions and dedicated support for students who need it.
We have created a learning environment that is built on high expectations for all, where all students can belong and feel connected to their education and community.
Our school vision, mission and values were developed in partnership with the community and are:
Vision: We stay at the forefront of education to encourage the development of the whole student, providing them with the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed and become lifelong learners who are generous, active and informed citizens.
Mission: We are on a mission to provide the best education we can for our students by partnering with our community and fostering the natural care and passion our staff have to make a difference.
Values: Excellence: We relentlessly pursue excellence and achieve our best; Leadership: We support and influence others to achieve more than they thought possible; Respect: We respect others for who they are and value their opinions; Teamwork: We work together to achieve our goals through trust and mutual support.
Facilities In 2025, the College opens our brand new facilities which have been under construction throughout 2024, including:
Administration and Learning Resource Centre building STEM building Learning Neighbourhood buildings (x2) Visual Arts Building Performing Arts and Physical Education building including large indoor multi-court 4 x hardcourts Sports oval Landscaped outdoor play and learning areas Staff carpark 2 x bike shelters Canteen The College has a current student capacity of approximately 1100 students, however we will grow into the capacity steadily as we add each Year Level cohort.
Selection Criteria Demonstrated knowledge and experience with student career pathways and the interconnect with meaningful student outcomes. Demonstrated capacity to engage students or industry with program models and manage program data in accordance with government and education policy. Experienced in advanced interventions in dealing with particularly complex cases that may require cross-profession or industry collaboration. Communication skills when engaging with various stakeholders and levels of management including a commitment to the DET values. Effective management of personal workload and motivation to deliver a program that rests across a large number of stakeholders, including student and support networks, schools and education systems, industry and workplace compliance and overarching state and Commonwealth regulations. Demonstrated proficiency in data systems and analysis. Role [Attendance requirement for this position]
Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.
Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3. Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.
This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years. Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered. Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
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 The Careers and Student Pathways Advisor delivers a critical management and support function using a student-centred approach. They will engage and support students from years 7 to 12. Reporting to the Student Services Manager and Head of School in charge of Pathways, the Careers and Student Pathways Advisor will:
Development and implementation of careers curriculum Provide Subject selection and course counselling. Organise, implement and participate actively in various Career events. Provide expertise and advice for students with regard to options relating to careers, courses, pathways and vocations. Provision of job readiness training, including interview skills and resume preparation. Responsibility for the Work Experience and Structured Workplace Learning (SWL) Placement programs, including compliance with legal requirements. Lead and monitor students involved in the variety of programs offered including the visiting of students on industry placements. Support Year 10, 11 & 12 VET/SBAT and SWL programs. Deliver VTAC classroom application sessions. In collaboration with the sub-school teams, establish a comprehensive transition program that includes post compulsory pathways and the development and implementation of policies and programs that enhance the transition of all students in the post compulsory years from school into other education and training pathways and/or employment. Participate professionally in student career development and engagement programs, including CAPs, Course Selection, VTAC, SEAS, Scholarships and Strategic Partnership Access and Pathways programs. Provide advice and support to the school community on matters relating to careers, career pathways and educational pathways. Provide support and assistance to students who have exited (aged 15+) and follow-up tracking 6 months after exit. Provide professional counselling services to students and record all interviews in electronic database. Establish and maintain a Pathways and Careers Centre within the school and coordinate the distribution of careers literature through the school. In collaboration with the relevant Sub-School Team, the Student Service Leader and other relevant personnel including parents, manage the support and counsel students who wish to leave school into appropriate pathways. Provide reliable and appropriate careers, work, training, and further/higher education information to students. Arrange counselling for Unit 3/4 VCE students in regard to VTAC and further study options and the completion of VTAC forms. Administration: Ensure knowledge and expertise are kept updated regarding career trends, workforce changes and job opportunities to assist students in gaining employment. Manage the Careers and Pathways and MIPS budgets and the allocation of funding in association with school policies. Be committed to lifelong learning and undertake appropriate professional development. Assist in Tracking the paths of post compulsory students. Maintain current resources and up-to-date information on career options. Organise careers activities at years 9, 10, 11 and 12 such as World Of Work Program, TIS, Expos, Tasters, Visiting Speakers etc. Ensuring that each Year 7 -12 student has a CAPS plan. Work with administration team to ensure students fees for VET are accurate and paid. File and maintain MOU information and sign off on student training plans. Compilation of VETis enrolments across the school (VCE/VM). Maintaining student record of VETis/ certificate course enrolments. Attendance at regional VET information meetings. Oversee and administer student withdrawals from VETis programs. Report back to the Senior School meetings re VET issues. Keep students and relevant staff updated on VETis issues and developments throughout the region. To celebrate the success of students and teachers by producing articles and photographs for the school newsletter and magazine. To arrange appropriate awards and certificates to acknowledge student achievements. Liaise with RTOs regarding options for College students/re available programs, requirements, student attendance and results. Maintain a database and files of student and employer information e.g. Career Expo. Be an active member of the local Careers association. Monitor the destinations of exit-students. Networking: Establishing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders including parents, the Local Learning Employment Network, employers, community groups, RTOs and Headstart liaison. Work collaboratively with parents, Wellbeing, Administration, Leadership teams and external organisations, to support students with transitions to further education, training or employment. Develop strong relationships with commercial partners, community organisations and the employment sector to the benefit of students. Liaise with employers and employment and community agencies. Who May Apply Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS Commitment 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 .
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:
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:
pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
Other Information In 2025, the College has Year 7 - 10 student cohorts. We will add a year level every year following. In 2025, the College adds the Year 10 cohort.
Until 2026 teachers will have a higher than normal curriculum development role. This curriculum is developed in detail, is shared and is collaborative in nature.
As a College, we prioritise developing the skills of our staff and students, with observation, measurement, goal setting and improvement for all. We run a targeted coaching program and offer a leadership development pipeline for staff aspiring to school leadership and positions of responsibility.
We offer flexible working arrangements to all staff including a working from home option.
Applications should be constructed, and attached, as one PDF document.
Applications (single document) should include your cover letter, CV, response to the Key Selection Criteria and a list of 3 relevant referees.
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 HR Website.
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