Make a real difference Be part of one of Victoria’s leading not-for-profits and help create meaningful change in the community every day. Location Box Hill Work type Full-time, Ongoing Salary Competitive Salary Tax reducing salary package Working model Hybrid, local travel required A little bit about you You are a motivated and adaptable professional with excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills with experience working with school-aged children, ideally within an education setting. You can work independently, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive and respectful approach in all interactions. You demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to child safety, including Duty of Care responsibilities, Mandatory Reporting obligations, and the 11 Child Safety Standards legislated across Victoria. Experience working with young people and families from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds and those learning English as an Additional Language (EAL) will be highly regarded. You are a collaborative team member who actively contributes to team development and is adaptable in finding practical solutions when challenges arise. You have strong networking and people management abilities, along with sound computer literacy and working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Microsoft Teams. A current driver’s licence and willingness to travel as required are essential. Want the full details? View the Position Description here About the role The Education Programs are a Special Work of the Society of St Vincent de Paul Victoria. The purpose of these programs is to support young people in developing social, emotional, and academic confidence. Through participation in structured activities conducted outside of school hours, students are provided with a safe and supportive environment where they can build skills, form positive relationships, and enhance their learning. As the Education Coordinator, you will oversee and facilitate both the Noble Park and Dandenong Education Programs. The Noble Park Education Program provides homework assistance and literacy support, focusing on improving reading skills, to Grade 1 to 6 students from St Anthony’s Primary School. The Dandenong Education Program serves children from Grade 2 to 12 in the Greater Dandenong area, offering homework support and helping to develop general literacy and numeracy skills. Your responsibilities will include managing program facilitation, reporting, administration tasks, as well as recruiting and supporting volunteers. You will also handle student enrolment, maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, track and report weekly statistics, and ensure accurate record-keeping. Additionally, you will contribute to the sustainability and growth of the programs. Throughout the year, you will provide general support to the Youth and Education team as needed. Why join Vinnies? Not for profit salary packaging – increases your take-home pay Make an impact – support over 300,000 Victorians each year Flexible work options – including hybrid opportunities (where applicable) Supportive culture – family-friendly and values-driven Purpose-led work – contribute to social justice every day About us For more than 170 years the St Vincent de Paul Society Victoria has been providing practical and compassionate support to people across Victoria who are doing it tough, whether that's struggling to put food on the table, pay for essentials, keep children at school, or keep a roof over their head. We help people from crisis through to rebuilding their lives with stability, dignity and hope. We believe every human life has inherent worth. The St Vincent de Paul Society and its wide network of members and volunteers provide practical frontline support, advocacy and friendship for the most vulnerable members of our community. Key services include home visitation; Vinnies Shops; youth programs; soup vans; assistance for asylum seekers and refugees; education and tutoring; and professional accommodation and health services through VincentCare and community and social housing through VincentCare Community Housing. The St Vincent de Paul Society in Victoria has more than 11,000 members and volunteers. Internationally, the Society operates in 149 countries and more than 950,000 members. Want to know more? www.vinnies.org.au/vic /VinniesVictoria /VinniesVictoria LinkedIn – Vinnies Victoria @VinniesVictoria How to apply If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit: Your CV A short cover letter outlining your suitability Applications close: 20 th June 2026 Please note: applications will be reviewed as they are received and the role may close earlier. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Important information Pre-employment checks are required (including National Police Check, Working With Children Check and right to work) We are committed to child safety We value diversity and inclusion and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all backgrounds No agencies please. Where good happens Goodworks