Careers News

GSSC is fortunate to receive support from several organisations dedicated to assisting our students and their families. These organisations provide a variety of programs and initiatives aimed at enhancing student well-being and success.

Over the coming weeks, we will be introducing these organisations and the staff members who work regularly from GSSC through Stafflink. Stay tuned for more updates on the valuable resources available to our community.

GMLLEN (Goulburn Murray Local Learning & Employment Network)

GMLLEN's Role in Supporting Schools and Industry Links

GMLLEN plays a vital role in supporting schools like GSSC by connecting students with industry for work experience, job opportunities and career development initiatives.

Key programs and events include:

Careers Day Out
Dookie Food & Fibre Excursion
Industry-Specific Programs – e.g. GV Health Allied Health Taster Days
Future Forums – Allied Health & Engineering focus
Virtual Reality Simulations – Available for school use
Teacher Professional Development Days
Many other industry engagement activities

Abbey Monk – School to Work Activities Coordinator

Abbey is based weekly at the GSSC campus, collaborating with Partnerships, Careers team and HeadStart staff. She supports students by coordinating work experience and career pathway opportunities.

To learn more about GMLLEN follow this link https://www.gmllen.com.au/

For any questions about GMLLEN feel free to speak with our Careers team, Lisa Kerr – Partnerships Manager or reach out to Abbey directly abbey.monk@gmllen.com.au

Bradford Program 2025

Last week, our 2025 Bradford Pathway Program participants were given the special opportunity to meet Roger and Lesley Gillespie, whose generous funding through their family foundation has made this program possible.

The Bradford Shepparton Program supports Year 11 students from Term 4 and continues through Year 12, offering a fortnightly mentoring program with La Trobe University students and staff. Participants also attend an intensive university introduction day, wellbeing and parent engagement workshops, and academic capacity-building activities.

Students enrolled in the program receive an early conditional offer to La Trobe University and may access financial support if required. The program is designed to inspire, inform and encourage students to see higher education as an achievable goal.

The Shepparton program is part of a broader initiative to improve educational outcomes and opportunities for regional students, ensuring that no matter where you’re from, university is within reach.

Funding from the Gillespie Family Foundation was instrumental in launching the Bradford Shepparton Pathway Program, named in honour of the late Audrey May Gillespie (née Bradford), mother of La Trobe alumnus and Bakers Delight co-founder Roger Gillespie.

During their visit last week, Roger and Lesley spoke with students about their dreams and aspirations, and the power of education to create change. They also presented the current cohort with Bradford hoodies, and students had the chance to personally thank the Gillespies for their continued support.

Also a big thank you to La Trobe Uni and all the other sponsors involved, this program wouldn't be able to provide so much support for our students without them.

Year 12 Pathway Mentor Session – Wisdom from Those Who’ve Walked the Walk!

With just 10 weeks left of Year 12 (yes, it’s getting real!), our students were treated to an inspiring session featuring three former GSSC legends who’ve been there, done that and come back to share their stories.

These awesome alumni shared their journeys post-Year 12, offering real talk, great advice, and a dose of reassurance that the future doesn’t have to be set in stone.

Massive thanks to our amazing panel of past students:

Sophie Ahmet – 2024 GSSC Trainee, now hitting the books in Melbourne studying a Bachelor of Education at La Trobe University
Nick Brereton – Program Officer with Geared4Careers, supporting students just like you
Marnie Owen – Project Officer at the Greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project, helping light the way for others

Top Takeaways from the Panel:

Use your study time wisely but don’t forget to live a little! Socialise, connect, and enjoy the ride.
It’s totally okay not to have it all figured out.
Your path might change and that’s normal!
Look after your mental health. Breaks are part of the process.
Your ATAR is just a number there are many ways to get where you want to go.
Soak up every moment of these final weeks you’ll only finish Year 12 once!

A huge shoutout to our speakers for taking time out of their busy schedules to pass on some great advice.

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