Key duties and responsibilities

The Rockhampton Grammar School was founded in 1881 and is an independent co-educational day and boarding school, educating and caring for students from Prep to Year 12, as well as the Early Learning Years and is Queensland’s largest boarding school. The Rockhampton Grammar School has achieved great success in the academic, cultural, sporting and vocational fields over the past 143 years. The School has a total enrolment of over 1,400 (Prep to Year 12) students who are exposed to our broad curriculum, giving effect to our commitment of Grow in Character and Scholarship. 

As part of our teaching team, we provide a supportive, flexible working environment where care for all our staff is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our staff and students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission.

At The Rockhampton Grammar School, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and dynamic environment where students thrive both in the classroom and in extracurricular activities. Join us at The Rockhampton Grammar School and be a part of a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education! The School values co-curricular involvement and provide a wide variety of opportunities for staff in this regard.

POSITION TITLE:   Vocational Trainer & Assessor (Agriculture)

DEPARTMENT:     Secondary

CLASSIFICATION: Part-time, Full-Time, Term-time, Permanent

REPORTS TO:    Head of Department

The primary responsibility of the Vocational Trainer Assessor is to develop, prepare, deliver, assess and evaluate units of competence whilst ensuring that contractual and compliance requirements for the delivery of programs are met in accordance with The Training and Assessment Strategy (TAS) as supplied by the RGS Registered Training Organisation or such other contracted RTO employed by RGS.

The Vocational Education Trainer and Assessor will:

• Deliver structured, flexible, relevant and interesting training sessions and assist all learners regardless of level to achieve their training goals. 
• Ensure all training resources are current and are compliant.
• Liaise and collaborate with the Head of Vocational Education to ensure compliance with the RTO requirements.
• Use teaching and assessment strategies that are fair, valid, current and sufficient.
• Develop and review training and assessment materials and resources.
• Develop, implement, and maintain individual training plans to meet the individuals learning style and level of skills and knowledge.
• Manage risk in accordance with the current legislative workplace health and safety guidelines and workplace policy.
• Prepare for, conduct and document both training delivery and assessment procedures, using approved Training and Assessment Strategy (TAS).
• Complete and maintain all training records accurately, document assessment results and submit to the appropriate Manager upon assessment for input into student management system.
• Evaluate the training program, retaining written feedback for review and discussion with the appropriate Manager.
• In conjunction with the appropriate Manager, resolve any complaints or incidents in accordance with School grievance procedures, documenting incidents and outcomes.
• Participate in moderation/validation sessions as required.
• Report to and inform the appropriate Manager in regard to student welfare, student attendance and course progress.
• Participate in internal and external contractual audits if applicable and as required by the Federal and State Training Authorities and undertake follow up actions as required with the appropriate Manager.
• Monitor and maintain training operations in line with the rules, regulations and accreditation procedures for the appropriate industry and school.
• Maintain vocational and industry currency as well as currency of qualifications.
• Other duties as directed by the Head of Department: Agriculture.

N.B This position description contains the most important duties and tasks regarding the job to be done. It is not an exclusive/exhaustive list.

REQUIRED SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE

• Effective verbal and written communication;
• Strong classroom behaviour management techniques;
• Ability to influence others positively;
• Ability to react quickly and effectively in challenging situations;
• Ability to relate and build relationships easily.

SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE

The School takes child protection seriously, and as a staff member or volunteer of The Rockhampton Grammar School, you are required to meet the behaviour standards outlined in our Practice and Behaviour Guidelines. You will receive a copy of these guidelines as part of the induction process.

Therefore, as a part of your duties and responsibilities, you are also required to:

• Provide a welcoming and safe environment for children and young people;
• Promote the safety and wellbeing of children and young people to whom we provide services;
• Ensure that your interactions with children and young people are positive and safe;
• Provide adequate care and supervision of children and young people in your charge;
• Act as a positive role model for children and young people;
• Report any suspicions, concerns, allegations or disclosures of alleged abuse to management;
• Maintain valid “working with children” documentation;
• Undergo periodic “national criminal history record” checks;
• Report to management any criminal charges or convictions you receive during the course of your employment that may indicate a possible risk to children and young people.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The successful applicant will be subject to a “Working with Children Check and Criminal Records Check” where applicable. The School undertakes several screening processes to ensure the appropriate protection of children and young people in its care. This includes reference checks, identity checks, qualification check and professional registration checks.

REQUIRED SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE

• Industry currency relevant to the training package and the Units of Competency being delivered:
  • Experience in mustering and carrying out routine livestock husbandry procedures;
  • Knowledge of animal welfare requirements;
  • Knowledge of regionally significant animal health issues and experience in implementing animal health control programs in livestock;
  • Experience in operating two-wheel motorbikes under variable environmental conditions;
  • Experience in operating tractors;
  • Skills in constructing and maintaining rural fencing;
  • Knowledge of work health and safety, animal welfare and biosecurity legislation and codes of practice;
  • Knowledge of environmentally sustainable work practices.
• Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, Power Point;
• Proficient in the use of TASS, desired but not essential;
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

REQUIRED LICENCES/CERTIFICATES 

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116);
• Certificate III in Agriculture (or related industry relevant qualification);
• Current First Aid and CPR Accreditation;
• Qualified in the Units of competency being delivered, or equivalent;
• Agricultural Chemicals Distribution Control (ACDC) Licence;
• Working with Children Check (Blue Card);
• Police Check;
• Safeguarding Children Checks.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position - please 'apply now' through the RGS Website: Current Career Opportunities | The Rockhampton Grammar School (rgs.qld.edu.au)

Please submit the following compulsory items:

• Cover Letter, indicating why you are applying for this position and detailing your vocational training experience;
• Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae with the contact details of two work related referees;
• RGS Application for Employment Form.

Applications are encouraged to be submitted as soon as possible and will be reviewed as they are received.

Enquiries should be directed to Reniece Carter - Head of Secondary School (Academics) on 07 4936 0609

*Note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

*Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

*The Rockhampton Grammar School reserves the right to amend this Position Description at its discretion in accordance with any Safeguarding of Children, legislative and/or operational requirements