<p><strong>Salary Range:&nbsp;</strong>$149,107&nbsp;plus superannuation<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong>&nbsp;Full-time<br><strong>Eligibility:&nbsp;</strong>Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident&nbsp;<br><strong>Start Date:</strong> January 2026, Term One</p> <p><strong>About Merici College&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Merici College is a vibrant community dedicated to supporting professional growth and building on skills and expertise. Our Mission Statement is at the heart of everything we do: we empower women to love life, have hope, be faithful, and build futures that are more wondrous than they dare to dream. As an all-girls school for Years 7–12, Merici College proudly offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma&nbsp;Programme&nbsp;(Years 11–12) and the Middle Years&nbsp;Programme&nbsp;(Years 7–10). Joining our team means contributing to a culture of excellence where innovative programs and teaching practices inspire students to achieve their full potential academically, spiritually, and socially.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>The Vocational Education, Training (VET) and Careers Coordinator fosters a culture of continuous improvement that equips students with the skills they need for lifelong learning and future pathways. The role leads curriculum development, implementation and administration in line with College policies and national standards, ensuring programs remain compliant, relevant and responsive to student needs. Alongside their teaching responsibilities, the VET and Careers Coordinator supports staff across multiple faculties, driving excellence in vocational education through collaboration, innovation and professional growth. Working closely with the Catholic Education Office as the Registered Training Organisation (RTO), this position plays a key role in ensuring quality outcomes and maintaining strong alignment with the College’s vision for student success.</p> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://catalyst.cg.catholic.edu.au/">Catalyst</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice&nbsp;</li> <li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li> <li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li> <li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li> <li>Access our People Wellbeing Program,&nbsp;Flourish&nbsp;</li> <li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching</li> <li>ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.&nbsp;</li> <li>ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;This position involves working with children.&nbsp;Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.&nbsp;</p> <p>For further information about the School, please visit our&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.merici.act.edu.au/ ">website</a>. Information about the&nbsp;Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG)&nbsp;can&nbsp;be accessed&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong>&nbsp;Please contact Nicola McLennan&nbsp;on 02 6243 4100 or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:nicola.mclennan@merici.act.edu.au?subject=Vocational%20Education%2C%20Training%20and%20Careers%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>nicola.mclennan@merici.act.edu.au</a>?subject=Vocational%20Education%2C%20Training%20and%20Careers%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:nicola.mclennan@merici.act.edu.au?subject=Vocational%20Education%2C%20Training%20and%20Careers%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">nicola.mclennan@merici.act.edu.au</a>&nbsp;<br><strong>Application queries: </strong>Please contact the Recruitment team on 02&nbsp;6234 5427&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Vocational%20Education%2C%20Training%20and%20Careers%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Vocational%20Education%2C%20Training%20and%20Careers%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Vocational%20Education%2C%20Training%20and%20Careers%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/506204/vocational-education-training-and-careers-coordinator">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>