Trainer/Assessor - Foundation Skills

About the role

The Centre for Continuing Education Inc., a community-owned not-for-profit adult and community college in the Hume region of Victoria, is recruiting Trainer/Assessors for its vocational education and training programs. The role sits in the Education and Support department and reports to the Manager, Education and Support. It is based in Wangaratta, with similar openings in Benalla and Shepparton, and covers the 'Getting There' (Certificate I and II in General Education for Adults) and 'Ability Me' (Certificate I in Work Education and Transition Education) qualifications.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver sessions for specified units, contextualising them for the learner group
• Complete compliance documentation and assess units of competency, applying reasonable adjustments where required
• Create a learner-centred, inclusive environment using andragogical principles and strengths-based strategies
• Implement language, literacy and numeracy strategies and set individual learning plans with each learner
• Refer learners to the Engagement Support and Employment Department when needed
• Report attendance, supply trainer documentation before the program starts, attend induction and planning reviews, and undertake placement observations
• Attend professional development and community of practice meetings and contribute to continuous improvement

Required profile

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE 40116) or higher-level qualification in Adult or Secondary Education
• Qualifications at or above the level of the course being delivered
• Victorian Working with Children Check card and satisfactory National Police Records Check
• Demonstrated experience delivering vocational literacy and numeracy programs and assessing learners
• Ability to work independently and off-site in different delivery areas
• Experience engaging learners who may be disengaged

Required skills

• Strong communication, verbal and written skills
• Computer skills with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and databases
• Time management, teamwork and discretion

What we offer

• Salary packaging and novated leasing available
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program
• Individual Performance Plans and Individual Learning and Development Plans

A six-month probationary period applies; the role may involve travel. Applications are made online with a resume, cover letter and a document addressing the selection criteria.