An exciting new role exists within the Central West region's agricultural training programmes!

Longreach State High School seeks a flexible and passionate VET Trainer to deliver AHC21216 Certificate II in Rural Operations, one of our signature qualifications delivered to students remotely across the region. This role is crucial in building agricultural industry engagement and networks, ensuring outstanding vocational training for our young people.

Job details

About Longreach State High School:

We are dedicated to providing high-quality education and training, preparing students for successful careers and lifelong learning. Our supportive, collaborative environment emphasises professional development and community involvement. The team is passionate about student impact and fostering a culture of excellence and inclusivity.

Your Role:

As the Vocational Trainer, you will:

• Plan and implement a training and assessment plan related to building students' skill sets required to complete competencies in Certificate I, II and/or III.
• Assist the Principal, utilising stakeholder relationship building in the delivery of a Vocational Education and Training (VET) programme for the delivery of authentic workplace learning opportunities that offer career pathways for students.
• The Vocational Trainer will work in collaboration with the Head of Department (VET) to build and maintain strong and effective relationships with stakeholders of the programme, including students, community, and industry partners.

Key responsibilities include:

• Plan and deliver relevant and engaging learning experiences inAHC21216 Certificate II in Rural Operations.
• Lead the planning and execution of training experiences, providing students with relevant industry experience.
• Manage reporting, attendance, behaviour, assessments, and track competency and work placement progress.
• Deliver training in accordance with Standards for Registered Training Organisations and the Australian Qualification Framework.
• Liaise with schools, VET institutions, industry, and the public regarding job opportunities for students.
• Oversee equipment maintenance and consumable stock control, coordinating with the Head of Department (VET).
• Maintain thorough and accurate training documentation, ensuring confidentiality.
• Monitor student progress, initiate intervention strategies, and ensure program completion.

Our ideal candidate would possess:

• Qualifications and experience in agriculture.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116) or equivalent.
• Experience in vocational education and training delivery.
• Understanding of the VET Quality Framework and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain industry relationships.
• Commitment to student development.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history) 
• Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• CQR579237_24P - Role Description (PDF, 247KB)
  Role Description
  
  Candidate Information Fact Sheet (PDF, 728KB)
  Information Package for Applicants