Study Pathways Program Lead

G8 Education is one of Australia’s largest early education and care providers, with more than 420+ centres across Australia and over 10,000 team members who are all helping shape the lives of over 42,000 children every day.  Our core values of passion, innovation, dedication, compassion, and integrity, unite us on our journey to ensure the health and happiness of future generations. We are committed to developing a culture that empowers and rewards our team of early childhood educators, teachers, leaders, and support office.

The Opportunity

As an integral part of our success, the Study Pathways Program Lead will be responsible for the delivery of key initiatives within G8’s Study Pathways Program, showcasing effective planning, stakeholder engagement and partnerships coupled with outstanding customer support and engagement to our national network.

With over 1000 students being supported nationally across the Certificate III, Diploma and Bachelor streams, the Program Lead role is expected to deliver on a compelling offer for students to obtain these qualifications, enhance their practices and maximise their career opportunities.

Your day-to-day

No two days are the same; this role is diverse, with depth and breadth to cement your career, now and into the future. Areas of core responsibility include, but are not limited to:

• Drive the profile and performance of the entire Study Pathways Program through effective planning, communications, stakeholder engagement, promotional activities and reporting.
• Own and achieve program performance targets and KPIs in accordance with business objectives and contracted targets.
• Develop and lead the execution of strategies and planned activities to grow the profile and engagement of the Study Pathways program in consultation with relevant stakeholders- both internal and external.
• Identify, action and measure focus areas of work to support achievement of key metrics for each stream within the program.
• Engaged in reporting analysis to identify, understand and address trends, issues and challenges impacting on the Study Pathways Program.
• Lead student engagement initiatives through key initiatives to enhance the profile of the Study Pathway program across both internal and external markets.
• Research and explore new opportunities for delivery within the Study Pathways Program to effect ongoing enhancement of the Program’s offer
• Lead the implementation and maintenance of effective cadences and accountability arrangements with key partners to drive efficiencies and performance, holding all parties to account in line with formal agreements.
• Work closely with the RTO partners and organisational leaders to understand the requirements for traineeships across each state.
• Ensure a high standard of service is delivered to students/trainees by overseeing the provision of detailed program information, efficient enrolment procedures, quality monitoring, recognition and support.
• Ensure all records pertaining to the Study Pathways program are managed appropriately and kept up to date with records of completion and progression against training plans.
• Oversee the maintenance of Study Pathways systems, policies and processes to ensure continuous improvement across all areas.

About You

You thrive in a fast-paced and engaging work environment, valuing strong partnerships, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. As someone who takes ownership of outcomes, you embrace the complexity and challenges that come with this role, while maintaining an agile and result-driven mindset. To be successful in this role, you should possess the following skills and experiences:

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or detailed understanding of the VET sector
• Experience in coordinating/driving traineeships or similar training programs
• Experience in practice in the early childhood education & care sector (preferred)
• Strong initiative and proactive approach to work
• Strong autonomy coupled with a focus on teamwork
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Hold, or be willing to obtain, a valid working with children check

Benefits Include: 

• Competitive salary package
• Work From Home & Hybrid working conditions encouraged.  
• Flexibility to travel to both Support Office locations, Brisbane CBD and Gold Coast.
• Career development opportunities as part of a large ASX-listed company
• Access a 50% discount on early education and childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre.
• Exclusive access to our employee benefits program covering a wide range of discounts and promotions. 

This is a rare opportunity; if you want a diverse, challenging and personally fulfilling role, apply now! 

Please note the advertising closing date is indicative only.  G8 Education reserves the right to close the advertisement before this date is reached. Therefore, it is encouraged that you submit your application as soon as possible. 

G8 Education is a committed advocate for child protection, safety and wellbeing. We have a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm. The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our priority and all team members are expected to embrace this shared commitment. All G8 Education employees will need to hold a relevant Working with Children Check upon their commencement into the business.