Chisholm is seeking an experienced STEAM Education Leader Belonging & Inclusion
Chisholm is resolutely diverse. We celebrate our people's unique contributions to achieving our ambition to transform lives through relevant and responsive high-quality education. Chisholm's culture of Belonging & Inclusion strives to promote a self-regulating culture that enhances the experiences of our employees, students and communities.
About the Role
Casey Tech School aims to prepare students for the jobs of the future, equip them with the skills to thrive in a digital world, and inspire them to create a better future for themselves and their communities. Casey Tech School is hosted on the Berwick campus of Chisholm Institute and is funded by the Victorian Department of Education.
The Director is responsible for engaging, influencing and embedding the Tech School to be in service of the local Casey partnership of Government, Independent and Catholic secondary schools. Managing compliance, business, human resources, governance, curriculum and reporting, the Director collaborates and consults with the Department of Education, Chisholm Leadership Group and Casey Tech School Committee to ensure success.
Your key accountabilities will be to:
* Create and implement business plans, ensuring budget objectives and milestones are met and reported to the key lead organisations: the Casey Tech School Committee, the Department of Education and Chisholm Institute.
* Develop strategic partnerships with industry and other educational organisations that enable learners to pursue enhanced pathways and create market leading educational products that anticipate future workforce needs.
* Lead the Tech School team to deliver responsive education and training programs to meet Tech School and Chisholm objectives for positive student, industry and community outcomes.
* Effectively lead a high performing business area by fostering a culture of accountability, productivity, continuous improvement, customer centric and educational excellence.
* Collaborate with the Department of Education, Casey Tech School Committee and the Institute to manage the establishment, design and implementation of the facility.
* Ensure strict operational and strategic compliance with all criteria from the Department of Education's Tech Schools Performance Evaluation Framework.
* Manage the collaboration with and development of key stakeholder partnerships to implement and renew educational delivery strategies and responsive delivery models.
* Develop educational solutions for students and other clients meeting industry requirements.
About You
You have a deep commitment to working with industry, advisory committees and governance structures to achieve strategic and operational objectives, including consultation, engagement and collaboration with key stakeholders.
With a proven depth of experience in STEAM industries, you have demonstrated development of innovative educational delivery models that target and meet current needs of clients and industry.
Your exceptional people leadership and management skills are supported by your excellent written and verbal communication skills and understanding of financial management principles.
Qualifications required for the role
* Graduate degree level qualifications (or higher) in Education and/or
* Graduate level qualifications (or higher) in any of: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics industry fields
* Qualifications in any of: Renewable and Clean Energy, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Smart Technologies, Advanced Manufacturing, Medical or Healthcare industries
* Qualifications in vocational education and training
About Us
Casey Tech School is part of a network of Tech Schools and STEM Centres of Excellence across Victoria. Casey Tech School is a shared learning facility that delivers high-tech, leading edge courses to students from a cluster of secondary schools in the Casey local government area (LGA).
Since 2018, Casey Tech School has achieved success in delivering innovative and real-world education programs in partnership with local industries and community groups, helping to prepare students for the jobs of the future. Our programs emphasise the vital Enterprise and Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) skills needed for the 21st century.
Chisholm is one of Victoria's premier public vocational education and training provider, with campuses located across Melbourne and the south east.
Each year, we welcome some 41,000 students from over 43 culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. More than 1,400 passionate and dedicated Chisholm employees work together to deliver quality training and education in Melbourne's south east industry heartland and key residential growth corridor.
At Chisholm, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation. We know that diversity and inclusion help us to attract, recruit, engage and retain a team of talented people.
Chisholm has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated consistently in accordance with Chisholm policy and procedure.
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What We Offer
* An Inclusive work culture - Chisholm is resolutely diverse. We celebrate our people's unique contributions to achieving our ambition to transform lives through relevant and responsive high-quality education.
* Professional Development - continue to grow your career as you nurture your students
* Networking Opportunities with Industry Partners
* State of the art facilities on our campuses
* Free on-site parking as well as locations close to public transport
* Free Employee Assistance Program - get the support you want. Its confidential.
Application Instructions
If this is the job for you, please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application!
Important information about your application
* your resume
* contact details of three (3) referees
Please note, appointment to this position is subject to satisfactory completion of Safety Screening requirements including:
* Verified copies of all qualifications and transcripts as listed on resume.
* Current & Valid Working with Children Check (Employee and not Volunteer)
* Verified copy of unrestricted rights to work in Australia
* Verified Police Check
Selection & Appointment
* Interviews could be held progressively during the advertisement stage and after the closing date.
* Referees will be contacted after the interview process.
* Psychometric testing may be used during the selection process.
* An appointment to this position is required as soon as possible.
Let us know if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self by emailing us at .
Applications for this position close at 10am Monday, 13 April 2026.
If you have any questions regarding the position or require further information, please contact Ben Jenkinson, Associate Director – Foundation & Schools Pathways via email or contact Naida Osmancevic, Senior Employment Specialist via email or 0437 275 991.
Chisholm Institute reserves the right to withdraw an advertised position at any stage.
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