Chisholm is seeking an experienced Equitable Learning and Disability Support Advisor. Fixed term position on offer to backfill parental leave until July 2026. BELONGING & INCLUSION Chisholm is resolutely diverse. We celebrate our people’s unique contributions to achieving our ambition to transform lives through relevant and responsive high-quality education. Chisholm’s culture of Belonging & Inclusion strives to promote a self-regulating culture that enhances the experiences of our employees, students and communities. ABOUT THE ROLE The position is accountable for ensuring students with a disability, long-term illness and/or mental health condition are actively and positively included in all aspects of Chisholm life and can participate equally with other students. This role provides direct support to students and primary care givers through appointments, class talks, presentations, workshops, resource creation, and support to educators to meet the needs of the student body and deliver a proactive and reactive service across Chisholm. The incumbent is a key and active participant of the Student Support and Engagement team and provides expertise to colleagues across the organisation, students and external support service providers. The position also requires the astute handling of sensitive, complex and demanding scenarios involving multiple stakeholders. Key responsibilities include: Act as a thought leader and specialist context-relevant problem solver to support delivery departments and improve the student experience. Mentor, coach, monitor and support team members and staff to apply best practice methods and support to students with a disability, long-term illness and/or mental health condition. Provide advice and guidance to Chisholm community in relation to any disability, long-term illness and/or mental health condition-related query and potential impacts of these on study. Liaise with Chisholm staff to ensure reasonable adjustments are implemented in line with the Disability Standards for Education. Provide support and advice in line with Disability Standards for Education. Assist students with a disability, long-term illness and/or mental health condition and primary carers by recommending Reasonable Adjustments (including Equitable Assessment Arrangement) which aim to provide equitable/inclusive access. Coordinate and facilitate targeted social connection groups (e.g., initiatives for neurodiverse students, carers etc.), fostering belonging, peer connection, and inclusive community engagement across the student experience. Provide teaching areas with informal professional development and suggest strategies which will enhance Chisholm’s capacity to respond ethically and appropriately to the learning needs of students with disability, long-term illness and/or mental health condition in the overall context of equity and social justice legislation. Identify and source solutions to educator and delivery department problems in the form of theoretical, methodical and practical advice and support services as a proactive support measures. liaise with representatives of Government Departments and external agencies as required to meet the needs of students with disabilities; Maintain professional contact with disability support staff across the VET/TAFE sector and contribute to appropriate networks, such as the TAFE Disability Network (TDN) to keep abreast of new initiatives ABOUT YOU You are a highly motivated individual with - Extensive experience working in the field of equity and diversity, including an understanding of relevant legislation. Extensive knowledge of and commitment to anti-discrimination and equal opportunity legislation, particularly as it applies to people with disabilities; Well-developed communication and liaison skills applied in the context of supporting the learning needs of students with disabilities; An appropriate understanding of the policy and legislative settings relating to the provision of support to students with disabilities Qualifications required for the role: Post-secondary qualification, degree and/or postgraduate qualifications in a relevant discipline with subsequent relevant experience. ABOUT US Chisholm is one of the largest vocational training providers in the state with a team of over 1,400 dedicated staff supporting 41,000 students who choose to study at Chisholm and training at our modern campuses across Melbourne’s southeast and online. We partner with governments, educational institutes, and businesses worldwide, sharing our expertise in vocational education. We offer over 400 courses that include nationally accredited pathways from secondary school programs and short courses, through to certificates, diplomas, and degrees. At Chisholm, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation. We know that diversity and inclusion help us to attract, recruit, engage and retain a team of talented people. To learn more about Chisholm click here! WHAT WE OFFER An Inclusive work culture - Chisholm is resolutely diverse. We celebrate our people’s unique contributions to achieving our ambition to transform lives through relevant and responsive high-quality education. Professional Development - continue to grow your career as you nurture your students Networking Opportunities with Industry Partners State of the art facilities on our campuses Free on-site parking as well as locations close to public transport Free Employee Assistance Program - get the support you want. Its confidential. If this is the job for you, please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application! Important information about your application: Your application should include: a cover letter your resume contact details of three (3) referees Please note, appointment to this position is subject to satisfactory completion of Safety Screening requirements including: Verified copies of all qualifications and transcripts as listed on resume. Current & Valid Working with Children Check (Employee and not Volunteer) Verified copy of unrestricted rights to work in Australia Verified Police Check (position dependent) Let us know if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self by emailing us at chisholm.edu.au. Applications for this position close at 6pm, Sunday, 20 July 2025. Chisholm Institute reserves the right to withdraw an advertised position at any stage. If you have any questions regarding the position or require further information, please contact Kaine Reynolds, Student Success and Engagement Manager at chisholm.edu.au. Find out more about us by visiting us on our Website and social media sites.
