Kingston State College is seeking a qualified and experienced Vocational Trainer (Hairdressing and Beauty) to lead the delivery of our Hair and Beauty courses within our new Industry Training Centre. This is a unique opportunity to play an integral role in achieving successful outcomes for students and work collaboratively with the department and industry representatives.

Job details

About our School:

Kingston State College is one of Logan's leading bespoke co-educational Independent public schools. Our College consists of a 7-12 High School with 800 students and the Kingston Learning College with 230 students completing 1-3 subjects from years 10-12. We provide a variety of learning opportunities to suit individual needs. Both our campuses accept enrolments from all areas as there is no management plan in place for the College. Our College's motto is Progress with Pride which means that all members of the Kingston State College community will Progress with Pride towards their personal best.

About the Role:

Plan and implement a program of instruction related to building students' skill sets required to complete competencies in a Certificate I, II or III Programs.

Assist the Principal, utilising stakeholder relationship building in the delivery of a Vocational Education and Training (VET) program for the delivery of authentic workplace learning opportunities that offer career pathways for students.

The Vocational Trainer will work in collaboration with the School VET Program Coordinator, however will be required to build and maintain strong and effective relationships with stakeholders of the program which include students, community and industry partners.

Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively to deliver program curriculum that targets identified skills shortages and enhances the transition from school to employment ensuring work ready students for employers.
• Plan teaching materials to deliver a range of activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration and work experience that provides students with opportunities to learn, question and investigate, incorporating fair and equitable assessment strategies, and maintaining individual training plans to meet the individuals learning style and ability, ensuring compliance with the VET Quality Framework.
• Purse and maintain effective relationships with industry and VET providers to ensure currency of knowledge and skills are maintained with a good understanding of current training package requirements.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

Mandatory Requirements:

• The Hairdressing and Beauty Trainer is required to hold a Vocational Education and Training Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE).
• Trainers must hold a Certificate III in Hairdressing and have a minimum of three years' industry experience (excluding apprenticeship experience), with demonstrated current industry currency.
• A Certificate III in Beauty Services and/or Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics would be considered highly advantageous.
• The Vocational Trainer will establish and maintain strong, effective relationships with key stakeholders within the Hair and Beauty industry to support authentic industry engagement and positive student outcomes.
• Trainers must also demonstrate knowledge and experience in the use and maintenance of relevant tools and equipment.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of Mandatory Requirements for this role.

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 1-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in 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.

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 Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

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

• SER690412_26T - Role Description (PDF, 298KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants