Community Services Leadership Opportunity
A leading training provider is seeking a dynamic leader to shape the direction of its largest and most impactful program – Community Services.
This pivotal leadership role involves inspiring and motivating staff to deliver high-quality teaching and outstanding student outcomes, while driving program quality and innovation.
The successful candidate will provide academic leadership and operational oversight to a team of dedicated teaching and academic staff, ensuring engaging, industry-relevant learning for students.
The remit will be broad and influential, spanning:
* Academic leadership – inspire, mentor, and support staff to achieve excellence in teaching and student outcomes.
* Program growth & development – oversee new course design, continuous improvement, and curriculum innovation informed by research and industry input.
* External engagement – manage articulation pathways and benchmarking to ensure our programs remain leading edge and highly regarded.
* Quality & compliance – ensure academic standards are maintained across Higher Education and VET requirements, working closely with the Dean and Quality team.
The ideal candidate will have a strong scholarly background with evidence of research and professional engagement, as well as deep understanding of education standards, accreditation, and compliance in Higher Education and/or VET.
They will bring:
* Proven experience in academic leadership, with the ability to inspire and motivate staff.
* Strategic acumen, with the ability to balance academic excellence, innovation, and operational delivery.
* Deep commitment to student success, staff development, and fostering an inclusive, supportive culture.
Additional benefits include opportunities to grow within the organization, professional development allowance, and being part of a fast-growing organization working in an agile environment. The successful candidate will be committed to equity and diversity, and will work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive work environment.