About the Role The LOOKOUT Learning Advisors are a critical role within the multi-disciplinary LOOKOUT teams. Key functions of the Learning Advisor role include: supporting Area teams in building the capabilities of schools (including Learning Mentors and Designated Teachers), across their areas and region, to tailor education supports to meet the educational needs of children and young people in contact with the youth justice system. Activities include delivering professional learning, running workshops, providing consultation, advocacy and advice. This will include building understanding of trauma and how this presents in the education and care/ classroom settings and the impacts on children and young people in OoHC collecting, effectively analysing and implementing findings from data to better direct efforts, and understand the impact of actions (e.g. prioritising support for schools and services with high numbers of children and young people and with complex needs) ensuring decisions are in the best interests of the child and young person's learning and wellbeing outcomes referring complex cases for support and using this as an opportunity to build the capabilities of schools, Area Team members and other stakeholders to overcome complex barriers to engagement in education providing time limited advocacy, and advice (including to carers) in instances where without this intervention a child would not be connected to the support they need to engage in education. About the Group Schools and Regional Services (SRS) offers central, regional, and local expertise to enhance learning and development outcomes, supported by a diverse and geographically dispersed workforce. It comprises 17 areas within 4 regions, backed by 5 central office divisions, all collaborating to deliver improved outcomes for early childhood services, schools, communities, and learners, in line with Education State commitments. SRS regions serve as a bridge between the central office, schools, and service providers, ensuring smooth transitions for learners and achieving the department's ambitious targets. Each region includes divisions specialising in school performance, student wellbeing and early childhood support, working with area-based teams to tailor local interventions and practices. The 17 areas provide crucial insights into local trends and issues, facilitating effective policy and program development and driving child and learner outcomes across all services and programs. This role is located in the LOOKOUT Centre, Student Wellbeing & Engagement Branch, SEVR, SRS. The LOOKOUT Centre is a virtual setting that performs a critical advocacy, support and entitlement function by securing the rights and best outcomes for children and young people in out of home care within our existing educational system. The LOOKOUT Centre introduces a systemic response to fulfilling the State's legislative obligations to these children and young people. It will monitor and track student progress, particularly during placement changes, and ensure that children do not fall through the cracks but are provided with consistency and a positive focus on their educational progress. About the Department The role of the Department of Education is to support Victorians to build prosperous, socially engaged, happy and healthy lives. It does this by supporting lifelong learning and healthy development, strengthening families and helping to equip people with the skills and knowledge for a 21st century economy and society. AttributesAs a LOOKOUT Learning Advisor, you will: work with schools to ensure that all students are effectively supported with Individual Education Plans, Educational Needs Assessments, Student Support Groups and additional resources to which they are entitled deliver professional development to schools, Child Protection Practitioners and Community Sector Organisations with a focus on the education and wellbeing of students in out of home care ensure consistency of support and sharing of information during school transfers * contribute to the development of policy and practice to improve educational outcomes of students in out of home care across Victoria and collaborate across the Region. How to Apply To apply for this position, please prepare no more than two A4 pages outlining why you would be suitable for this role and how it will assist in your professional development. If you have any questions regarding the role please contact Murray Geddes on 0419537764. Please submit your application by COB 12/01/2026 Further Information For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application. The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person. Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au. For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Murray Geddes – Exec Principal SEVR LOOKOUT Centre via 0419537764 or Murray.Geddes@education.vic.gov.au Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements. Applications close 11:59pm on 19/02/2026
