Job Description
Overview
Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $113,022 - $136,747
Grade: VPS 5
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/1917058
An exciting opportunity exists to join the Inclusive Education Practice Development unit which looks after the Inclusion Outreach Coaching initiative and Inclusive Classrooms, both capability building initiatives of the Disability Inclusion Reform in the Department of Education.
The Inclusive Education Professional Practice (IEPP) Branch in the Inclusive Education Division is seeking to appoint a fixed-term VPS 5, Statewide Practitioner-Senior Program Advisor backfilling a substantive team member.
The primary role focus will be on dedicated program delivery of the Inclusion Outreach Coaching (IOC) initiative pursuing statewide consistency and fidelity in the provision of inclusive education capability support to schools by the IOC coaching workforce. Experience in developing statewide processes and communication to monitor program integrity and accountability is required.
Stakeholder management is a critical part of the responsibilities, primarily with regional colleagues and Inclusion Outreach Coaches (IOCs). Skills in co-design and collaboration are required for effective program management.
This backfill opportunity would suit someone who enjoys collaborating with others with knowledge of and experience in the Victorian public education context and demonstrated capability in project management with a focus on upskilling the education workforce.
This role is Fixed Term - 1/07/2026 - 22/02/2027 (7.5 months) 1.0FTE - Full time (negotiable)
To apply please provide a current resume and a short (no more than one page) application addressing your interest in working in the department and unit, and your experience in the work areas as listed above and the leadership responsibilities listed in the position description. Please email your application to Sibylle Kaczorek, sibylle.kaczorek@education.vic.gov.au Manager, Inclusive Education Practice Development Unit.
Further Information
For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.
The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our e mployment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page
Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.
Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements.
Applications close 11:59pm on Sunday 19 April 2026.
Applications close Sunday 19 April 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
7 April 2026
Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $113,022 - $136,747
Grade: VPS 5
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/1917058
An exciting opportunity exists to join the Inclusive Education Practice Development unit which looks after the Inclusion Outreach Coaching initiative and Inclusive Classrooms, both capability building initiatives of the Disability Inclusion Reform in the Department of Education.
The Inclusive Education Professional Practice (IEPP) Branch in the Inclusive Education Division is seeking to appoint a fixed-term VPS 5, Statewide Practitioner-Senior Program Advisor backfilling a substantive team member.
The primary role focus will be on dedicated program delivery of the Inclusion Outreach Coaching (IOC) initiative pursuing statewide consistency and fidelity in the provision of inclusive education capability support to schools by the IOC coaching workforce. Experience in developing statewide processes and communication to monitor program integrity and accountability is required.
Stakeholder management is a critical part of the responsibilities, primarily with regional colleagues and Inclusion Outreach Coaches (IOCs). Skills in co-design and collaboration are required for effective program management.
This backfill opportunity would suit someone who enjoys collaborating with others with knowledge of and experience in the Victorian public education context and demonstrated capability in project management with a focus on upskilling the education workforce.
This role is Fixed Term - 1/07/2026 - 22/02/2027 (7.5 months) 1.0FTE - Full time (negotiable)
To apply please provide a current resume and a short (no more than one page) application addressing your interest in working in the department and unit, and your experience in the work areas as listed above and the leadership responsibilities listed in the position description. Please email your application to Sibylle Kaczorek, sibylle.kaczorek@education.vic.gov.au Manager, Inclusive Education Practice Development Unit.
Further Information
For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.
The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our e mployment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page
Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.
Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements.
Applications close 11:59pm on Sunday 19 April 2026.
Applications close Sunday 19 April 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
7 April 2026
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