Established in 2004, the Fresh Program is a community education service provided by the Western Bulldogs Football Club, delivered since 2011 in partnership with Victoria University (VU). Provided for 15-20 year-olds who have experienced difficulties with mainstream education and are disengaged or at risk of becoming disconnected from education, the program offers another opportunity to complete secondary vocational qualifications in a friendly, flexible and supportive environment. Through relevant, engaging programs and hands-on learning students complete the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL).

Fresh aims to empower young people and build their social capacities through academic, personal and vocational learning as the foundation for sustainable change in their lives. There is a strong focus on students’ development of relationships, trust, resilience, emotional intelligence, skills and networking for learning and work.

Fresh works with a host of corporate and community partners to deliver targeted, engaging learning experiences to its students. The Fresh Program prides itself on its innovative and community focused curriculum design. Demand for places is high and students are intensively supported to achieve the best outcomes.

You must be a qualified teacher who is resourceful, hard working and a team player.  You will have proven experience working with at risk youth in an education setting, supporting them to achieve success in learning. As part of your role you will be responsible for coordinating and leading VCAL areas of study including literacy, numeracy, personal development and vocational units. Competitive remuneration will be offered to the right person.

In strictest confidence, please provide a full resume and letter outlining your key attributes to take on this role to our Human Resources division at hr@westernbulldogs.com.au by Friday 6th December 2013.

Due to the nature of the business some weekend work is required during the football season.

A three (3) month probationary period applies to this position. Referees are to be provided at interview. Please note that due to the high level of interest only those applicants short listed will be contacted.