Job Description
Position Description
Vocational Pathways
Coordinator
Position Title Vocational Pathways Coordinator
Reports To Director of Teaching and Learning
College Objective At Geelong Lutheran College it is expected that each staff member will support the
Christian ethos of the schools. A good example for Christian living is to be given to
children and parents by words and actions.
The Christian Education environment we offer depends largely on the maturity and
professionalism of all staff. Therefore, it is expected that all staff members co-operate
fully with the Executive Principal, Head of Secondary, other staff and the College
Board in adhering to the Policies, teachings and fostering the ethos, culture and
traditions of Geelong Lutheran College.
Staff are expected to support the Christian ethos of Geelong Lutheran College and to
demonstrate courtesy, co-operation and teamwork with fellow members of staff.
Position Overview The Vocational Pathways Coordinator reports to the Executive Principal via the
Director of Teaching and Learning (Secondary). The Vocational Pathways Coordinator
is responsible for the development and implementation of programs related to the
VCE Vocational Major. The Vocational Pathways Coordinator will liaise closely with
the Head of Secondary, Director of Teaching and Learning (Secondary) and Pathways
Coordinator to ensure a team approach is evident in all aspects of the College’s
Vocational Pathways Coordinator program.
Duties and Teaching and Learning
Responsibilities • Develops and continually refines a vision for GLC VCE Vocational Major
program
In conjunction with Director of Teaching and Learning (Secondary),
determines VCE Vocational Major yearly program
Develops and deliver appropriate VCE Vocational Major learning and
assessment materials that are enriching and engaging for students in
accordance with the VCAA requirements
Provides unit enrolment information to the Head of Secondary and VASS
administrator
Coordinates all aspects of student administration in VCE Vocational
Major including enrolment, assessment, monitoring, and record keeping
Reviews student VCE Vocational Major programs on a regular basis and
consults with students and parents
Prioritising the desired outcomes of VCE Vocational Major participation
for individual students
Prepare VCE Vocational Major students for off campus activities and
work placement (documentation, preparation etc.)
Establish connections with external agencies (including Registered
Training Organisations) that will promote community links, support, and
structured work placements for VCE Vocational Major students, such as
the Local Learning and Employment Network
Provides information to the College community about VCE Vocational
Major in order to promote and support the integration of VCE Vocational
Major into a whole school approach to post compulsory initiatives,
including assemblies, newsletters, and other communication avenues
Position Description
Vocational Pathways
Coordinator
Meets with VCE VM students to individualise and personalise their VM
program including VM subject selection
Participates in external VCAA QA (Quality Assurance) process for VCE
Vocational Major subjects as required
Works alongside VCE Coordinator in areas that encompass the Senior
Pathways program e.g., preparation of Information Evenings, revision of
the Senior Pathways handbook, VCE subject selection
Participates in external VCAA QA (Quality Assurance) process for VCE
Vocational Major subjects as required
Attends Faculty Leader Meetings
Convenes Faculty Meetings for VCE Vocational Major team – minimum
of 3 per term
Attends Regional VEC/VET meetings
VET Coordination:
Provides guidance and support to all involved with VET
Provides enrolment and assessment advice to the College’s VASS
Administrator within the required time frame for VASS data
requirements
Ensure VETIs units fit into College VCE requirements if counting as part of
a student’s VCE units of work
Establishes connections with external bodies and organisations, including
RTOs, that will promote community links, support, and structured work
placements for VET students.
Liaises with VCAA on all questions relating to VET staff or students
Coordinates students work placements as part of VET
Reviews individual student VET programs on a regular basis and revises
programs in consultation with the student, parent/guardian and Director
of Teaching and Learning, whilst prioritising the desired outcomes of VET
participation
Ensures information and advice is provided to the VET team at VCAA as
part of the implementation and evaluation
Attends VCAA Quality Assurance sessions and participates in the quality
assurance process
VET procedures and practices at Geelong Lutheran College:
Develops appropriate assessment instruments for learning outcomes of
the VET units delivered in conjunction with VET teachers
Develops learning materials and activities in conjunction with VET
teachers in order to meet the VET criteria and individual student needs
Investigates VET models and programs in operation at other similar
schools and through the Head of Secondary and Director of Teaching and
Learning, make recommendations to the College about the
implementation of suitable VET models and programs
Liaises with the Director of Teaching and Learning to facilitate
appropriate professional learning for staff in relation to VET procedures
Reviews and evaluates VET programs and procedures within the College
and recommends and implements changes as appropriate
Liaises with the Business Manager to maintain an annual budget and
financial records of expenditure
Ensures conditions and standards for VET providers including registration
and contractual requirements, as outlined by AQTF, are met
Meets internal, industry, State and National VET standards
Position Description
Vocational Pathways
Coordinator
Provides enrolment and assessment advice to the College’s VASS
Administrator within the required time frame for VASS data
requirements
Organisation:
Seeks to provide a safe and innovative learning environment
Manages time and resources effectively
Assessment and Reporting:
Ensures that rigorous assessment reflects each student’s learning
journey
Provides appropriate and timely feedback and feedforward
Provides effective reports in Terms 2 and 4
Communicates with parents to support students learning
Pastoral Care:
Develops and maintain positive and supportive relationships with
students
Works closely with wellbeing and Inclusive Education Coordinator to
ensure effective social, emotional, and academic learning
Supports positive student behaviour and interactions
Exercises pastoral care in a manner which reflects College values
Relationships:
Develops positive relationships with the College community
Develops supportive and collaborative relationships with Head of
Secondary, Director of Teaching and Learning, VET/Pathways
Coordinator and Executive Principal
Works cooperatively and collaboratively with staff
Develops positive and supportive relationships with the parents,
guardians, and care givers
Professionalism:
Ensures personal presentation reflects the Ethos of the College
Maintain personal and professional development opportunities
Cares for and take responsibility for any student within our College
community as required
Attends Parent Information Evenings, Open Days, and 3-way interviews
and other events as required
Attends staff meetings and staff devotions
Participates in policy reviews
All applicants should note that this role description is not intended to be a
prescriptive document and therefore may evolve as the position develops and forms.
Selection Criteria These selection criteria will form the basis to assess applicants for short-listing and
determine the successful candidate.
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Supports for the Christian ethos of Geelong Lutheran College
Exhibits discretion, confidentiality, honesty and integrity
Has excellent inter-personal skills, teaching, management and self-
management skills
Communicates effectively with fellow staff, students and families, and
form positive relations in the workplace
Be team-orientated” leaders
Have a strong understanding of the developmental needs of students
Displays leadership ability
Position Description
Vocational Pathways
Coordinator
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Qualifications and experience relevant to the duties and responsibilities
Current VIT Registration
SKILLS
Highly developed organisational and planning skills
Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills
Highly developed data base management skills
Attention to detail
Classification Salary: Lutheran Education (Victorian Schools) Multi Enterprise Agreement 2023
POR Level: Category C Level 3
Tenure: 1 Year
Time Allowance: 5 lessons per week
Location (Base): Geelong Lutheran College Armstrong Creek
STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT TO CHILD SAFETY
Geelong Lutheran College is committed to being a Child Safe organisation. Geelong Lutheran College has a zero
tolerance for child abuse and is committed to acting in children’s best interests and in keeping them safe from harm.
Geelong Lutheran College regards its child protection responsibilities with the utmost importance and as such, is
committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child protection laws and
regulations and maintain a child safe culture.
Geelong Lutheran College is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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