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Career News

Compass Career News 28th October 2022
- Year 12 VTAC late applications - 29 September to 4 November
- C.A.S. Hawker Scholarship
- Young Endeavour Youth Scheme
- Police Information Session in Dandenong
- BMW Automotive Apprenticeships 2023
- News from Monash University - Pathways to Education Courses
- Useful links to Victoria Universities Student Support Services
- Links to Victorian University Clubs & Societies
- Snapshot of Melbourne Polytechnic in 2022

Compass Career News 4th November 2022
- Year 12 VTAC late applications - 29 September to 4 November
- Federation University - New Co-operative Learning Model
- Education USA - Learn all about U.S. College Sport options
- NextGen STEM Information Evening
- Deakin University - New Communication and Creative Arts Courses in 2023
- Useful Tips for Successful Interviews
- VCE Extension Studies in 2023
- Snapshot of The University of Otago, New Zealand in 2022

University Change of Preference Information

Help Students Navigaate their Post-School Options with myfuture

At this time of year, some students will be preparing to transition to post-school education or training, or thinking about applying for jobs, while others are still exploring career ideas. Remember that myfuture provides free tools and resources to help you support them all.

Exploring post-school options

Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships offer nationally recognised qualifications and paid training pathways to hundreds of different careers, from traditional trades to new and emerging occupations.

Learn more about apprenticeships.

Vocational education and training (VET)

Students wanting to gain practical work skills or a qualification towards a particular occupation can explore a wide variety of VET programs. VET offers flexible, targeted training options and can sometimes create a pathway to university.

Learn more about VET.

Alternative pathways to university

In addition to VET, other pathways to university such as bridging or enabling courses may be available for students who don't think they'll qualify for direct entry.

Explore alternative pathways to higher education.

Seeking employment

Students looking for work or considering an apprenticeship can learn how to produce quality applications, prepare for interviews, and more.

View job seeker resources, tips and templates.

Still considering ideas

My career profile helps students identify their interests, skills and values, then explore a range of suggested occupations to find out about employment prospects, training pathways and more. Results can also be exported and shared to support further career conversations.

Log in to My career profile.

Free upcoming webinars

Tuesday 25 October: myfuture Insights – Vocational capabilities: what the research shows

Now more than ever, it's essential that young people develop capacity to self-manage career planning, career pathways, and work transitions. Join Professor Susan Webb from Monash University as she draws on research around the importance of post-school education and training, and explores the provision of career information using the concept of vocational capabilities.

Wednesday 9 November: Industry insights – Fashion industry

Continuing our series with the Australian Business & Community Network, we explore the large range of careers available in the fashion industry, the skills required to succeed, and pathways to gaining employment. This session features representatives from PVH, one of the world's largest fashion companies.

Thursday 17 November: myfuture Insights – Preparing to transition into work and lifelong learning

In a world of work characterised by career uncertainty and increased competition, responsive strategies are required to help prepare students for study-to-work transition and lifelong learning. Join the authors of our upcoming Insights paper as they discuss the importance of developing students' information-seeking capacity, and strategies to support effective information-seeking in workplace learning and adaptation.

Find out more about these sessions and register now.

Occupation spotlight: new videos released

Discover the growing range of videos in our new series designed to help young people learn about career pathways. We feature handy tips from real people working in a variety of occupations and industries, along with engaging accounts of their unique career journeys. Each video links to related myfuture resources that encourage further exploration.

Explore the series

Don't forget to encourage your students to sign up to myfuture if they haven't already, so they can access the personalised features, or to log in and update their user account if required, especially if they will soon finish school.

The myfuture team

Education Services Australia

Level 5, 440 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000

T: +61 3 9207 9600 | E: careers@esa.edu.au | W: myfuture.edu.au

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Head Start Apprenticeships and Traineeships

Interested in becoming a Head Start school based an apprentice or trainee?

If you’re a student looking for a pathway into employment such as a School Based Apprenticeship or Traineeship, a parent looking for a secure future for your child, or an employer looking for your next apprentice, contact the Careers & Pathways Team or VCAL coordinator about Structures Work Placement and the Head Start Program.

~ Amy Merriman, Head Start Co-ordinator

Head Start Employment Opportunities

New Roles Available:

Engineering/Draft person –Full-Time-Corio

Recreation Support –Casual –Newtown

Carpentry -WE/SBAT/Full-time –Corio

Bricklaying –WE/SBAT/Full-time –Geelong

Baker -WE/SBAT/Full-time –Numerous locations

Automotive Sales -WE/SBAT/Full-time –Moolap

Engineering Fabrication –WE/SBAT/Full-time –Corio

Roles Available:

Electrical Machine Repair-WE/SBAT/Full-time –Norlane

Brick/Blocklaying–SBAT –Belmont

Numerous Childcare-SBAT & Full-time -East Geelong, Grovedale, WaurnPonds, Lara, Drysdale, Torquay

Recreational Vehicle Service & Repairs-WE/SBAT/Full-time –Newcomb

Marine Mechanic-WE/SBAT/Full-time –Moolap

Engineering Fabrication-WE/SBAT/Full-time –Moolap

Meat Processing–SBAT –Highton

Joinery–Full-time –Moolap

Click here for the latest Head Start Employment opportunities:

Kick Academy

We are looking for enthusiastic Soccer Coaches to join our Kick Academy team for our street futsal under 9’s and under 11’s comps! Our Kick Academy competitions are different to anything else you’ve ever experienced. We’re all about leaving pressure at the door and encouraging a place of fun, creativity, and excitement!

The position will be for after-school ongoing coaching – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesdays, and rotating Thursdays.

Our comps are with children from the ages of 7 -12 years, so you must enjoy working with kids!

Key Requirements:

An enthusiastic, reliable, honest, and punctual attitude.
Playing or coaching experience is a must.
Must be able to work within a team environment.
Working With Children's Check / or willing to obtain.
Able to commit to set hours per week.
Confident in communicating with children aged 7-12.

What we offer:

A great team environment.
Opportunities for growth and career progression.

If you are confident, you can meet these requirements, please contact us today. Send your resume and cover letter to hello@kickacademy.com.au

Want the best job ever?! Come Kick it with us at our Indoor Soccer Birthday parties!

Birthdays are all about having fun, and our Kick Academy Parties are exactly that. We’re the ultimate party destination, the perfect mix of edgy, elevated and street. Kick Academy offers an iconic experience like no other. We bring the bright lights, party music, jaw-dropping graphics and the Ronaldo-esque skills for an unforgettable birthday the kids will be raving about.

You’ll be joining a team that goes the extra mile in achieving the perfect customer experience and making every day the best day ever for the children who are having their parties at Kick Academy.

Must be available Friday nights and weekends.

To be successful in the role:

Be over 18 years old.
Be great with kids and enjoy working with children.
Be reliable and punctual
Have excellent communication skills
Be confident speaking in front of large crowds of people
Be friendly, patient, nurturing, energetic and enthusiastic
Must have or be eligible to obtain Working With Children’s Check
**Full training provided***

If you are confident, you can meet these requirements, please contact us today. Send your resume and cover letter to hello@kickacademy.com.au

Little Kickers provides fun and imagination-based soccer classes for children aged 18 months to 8 years of age for children in Geelong and surrounds.

Our imagination-based ethos is used to teach children the fundamental skills of the sports, whilst also improving their listening skills, colour recognition, social-interaction, and sense of well-being, along with number work and camaraderie.

We are looking for coaches who are reliable, organised, confident and great at interacting with young children and getting down to their level. You will need to have excellent communication skills and it is advantageous if you can entertain children through being bright, lively, and enthusiastic.

No previous high-level playing experience is required; however, a basic understanding of the sport is required and ability to perform basic skills essential.

Previous childcare and working with children experience will be an advantage, but full in-house training will be provided. Those studying teaching, early childhood studies or health sciences are encouraged to apply.

Working hours will range between 3-20 hours per week initially for the right candidate, on a casual basis, this may increase to 20+ for the right candidate over time. However, we strive to offer and keep coaches in the same classes every week and will be looking for coaches to commit to set hours on an ongoing basis. Being able to work weekends is a must.

Pay is at an hourly rate.

For applications to be considered, please email through a Resume and Cover Letter to geelong@littlekickers.com.au

AGA Weekly Vacancies

If you would like more information regarding our apprenticeship or traineeship opportunities, please contact us by emailing gtorecruitment@aga.com.au or contacting the GTO Recruitment Team on: Wardah Hafidh on 0448 647 060

or Tania Bararia on 0497 888 179.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

We are currently seeking candidates who are interested in joining the Construction Industry.

Bricklaying apprenticeships are ideal for anyone looking for a career in the building and construction industry. It provides a hands-on learning environment with consistently challenging projects demanding versatility and skills development.

The following criteria will significantly increase the chances for a candidate to get an apprenticeship in construction:

· Technical aptitude to follow plans

· Ability to work at heights and outdoors

· Physically fit and healthy

· Motivated to work as part of a team

· Good awareness of health and safety issues

· Enjoy practical work

· Good hand-eye coordination

· Driver Licence (Learner/Full Permit) *

· White Card*

Please note - Candidates require at least a Learner Permit and a White Card (White Card is compulsory for anyone working on a construction site in Australia). This will increase their chances of getting an apprenticeship.

If you know of candidates who tick all the boxes and are keen to start, we want to hear from them! Apply via our Web form or call us on 1300 66 44 96.

Zoey HeatherIndustry Engagement Officer VIC-TAS

E: zoey.h@brickandblock.org.au

M: 0499 708 020

Barwon Water Traineeship Program

GFORCE Apprenticeship & Traineeship Vacancies

Applications can be sent via https://gforce.org.au/apprenticeships-traineeships/current-vacancies/

For further information please email apprenticeships@gforce.org.au

Carl's Jr. Now Hiring

Tremul Constructions

Tremul Constructions https://tremulconstructions.com.au/looking are looking for a 1st Year Apprentice in Carpentry.

Please contact Leanne on 0414 713 916 or email resume to: office@tremulconstructions.com.au

EDUCATION

Presentation: Writing for a Young Adult Audience

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