Careers Practitioner
- Engage students in exploring post-school pathways.
- Provide guidance and support to students and families.
- Collaborate with colleagues and external providers to enhance career opportunities.
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Role Description/Criteria
- Real Life Learning
- A welcoming and supportive working environment
- Opportunity to make a real difference in the development and lives of students
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Careers Practitioner to join Penola Catholic College and work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
As the Careers Practitioner, you will be responsible for engaging students in explorations and dialogue about their pathways beyond school. Working closely with the Head of Careers, you will provide guidance, education and support to students, their families and staff, helping students to identify their strengths, interests and aspirations. Through collaboration with colleagues, employers, training providers and educational institutions, you will assist students to explore a diverse range of post-school opportunities and develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to successfully transition into further education, training or employment. You will contribute to creating an environment that encourages students to develop a positive self-concept, make informed decisions about their futures and maximise their career and pathway opportunities. Working alongside the Head of Careers you will support Year 12 students following the release of VCE results and provide advice regarding tertiary pathway placements.
This is an ongoing position (0.86 FTE), working Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 3.36pm.
About You
To be successful you have a strong understanding of career development theories, tertiary admissions processes and alternative pathways, including VET and School-Based Apprenticeships (SBATs). You hold relevant careers practitioner training or certification and can demonstrate the ability to develop, implement and promote effective career plans that support positive student outcomes. Your excellent interpersonal and communication skills enable you to build positive relationships with students, families, staff and external education and training providers. You are, self-motivated and able to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary educational teams while maintaining professional boundaries and supporting student wellbeing. You must hold a valid working clearance for working with children check and a satisfactory national police check.
You will also have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children.
Why Work With Us
We will provide you with:
- A welcoming and supportive working environment
- Competitive salary
- Opportunities for professional development
- An opportunity to make a real difference in the development and lives of students
Please review the Position Description for further information.
Applications close 4pm Sunday 1 November 2026.
About Penola Catholic College
Penola Catholic College is a co-educational college for students from years 7-12 with two campuses in the Northern suburbs of Melbourne. College campuses are situated in Glenroy, which caters for years 7 and 8, and the senior campus in Broadmeadows that features years 9 to 12 and a total college enrolment of approximately 1,500 students.
We provide students with real life learning opportunities and experiences that will prepare them for the “business of living”.
How to Apply
Applications should be addressed to the Principal and submitted by clicking on Apply.
All applications must include the following documents:
- Cover letter and
- Resume
Failure to provide these documents may result in your application not being considered.
For further information about Penola Catholic College please visit *********************.
Penola Catholic College is an equal opportunity employer that promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.
Candidates must hold a valid visa and/or full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.
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