Employment

• Opportunity to gain exposure working with a legal team, in a dynamic multidisciplinary organisation
• Fixed term (12 months), Part-time position with salary packaging benefits on offer

 commUnity+ is a multidisciplinary organisation located in Melbourne’s Western suburbs, delivering a range of prevention and early intervention programs focused on informing and engaging with our community. This is achieved via Community Education, Legal Services (Brimbank Melton Community Legal Centre), our Neighbourhood House, and Children’s Contact Services, as well as a range of community and individual development activities.

Brimbank Melton Community Legal Centre (BMCLC) is a program of Comm Unity Plus and provides free legal services, advice, referrals and community legal education. BMCLC services one of the fastest growing and most culturally diverse regions in Melbourne, with a primary office site in St Albans and various outreach services offered across the Western region. 

About the Position

Reporting to the Principal Lawyer, the Administration Officer (legal program), will be responsible for delivering high quality customer service, office coordination and managing client appointments in a timely manner for Brimbank Melton Community Legal Centre, a program of commUnity+.

The Administration Officer will provide administrative support to ensure the program delivers quality services and meets all compliance requirements. This role will make sure that accurate information is shared with clients and all relevant databases are maintained securely and in a timely manner.

This position is an onsite role primarily based at the commUnity+ St Albans office, however the role may require attendance at other locations from time to time. This is a fixed term, part time position for a period of 12 months averaging 15.2 hours per week. 

Key Selection Criteria

• Certificate III or higher qualification in a relevant discipline or studying towards a Bachelor of Law, Juris Doctor with relevant experience working in a legal context
• Demonstrated ability to verbally communicate effectively with a wide range of people, including staff, other professionals, a range of stakeholders and community members.
• Time management and organisational skills to perform diverse customer service and administrative duties with the ability to prioritise and plan work to meet timelines
• Ability to provide a high standard of customer service to members of the community, clients, internal and external stakeholders, and other agencies.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team and to apply initiative in solving problems with minimal supervision
• Strong computer literacy with Microsoft software e.g. Word, Outlook, Publisher, Power-Point, Microsoft Team, Access & Excel to create own correspondence and documents, and experience using online meeting platforms such as Zoom.
• High level of professionalism, commitment, and interest in working with individuals from diverse and disadvantaged communities on social justice issue

Additionally, experience in office administration particularly in a community legal centre context and experience working with the Actionstep Legal practice platform would be advantageous for this role.

Students who are engaged in law/legal or related studies with office administration experience are welcome to apply, however must be able to commit to fixed workdays for a minimum 6-month period.

commUnity+ is a child safe organisation that is committed to ensuring the wellbeing of children and young people and protecting them from harm. Applicants must hold a valid Working with Children Check and Police check or the ability to obtain the same.

What we offer:

• Salary packaging benefit
• 40% off your membership at Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre (BAWC)
• Opportunity to further develop your skills
• supportive team committed to delivering a high standard of service

To Apply

Please forward your application via email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., using the subject line: Administration Officer – Legal Program 

Applications must include a cover letter responding to the key selection criteria and key accountabilities, and a current resume. 

A copy of the Position Description can be found here.

Applications close on Thursday 25 July 2024. For further information or a confidential discussion, please call Nicholas Pagonis on 0436 005 955.

 community+ is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

EAL Teacher positions within the Education Program at Comm Unity Plus which is a multidisciplinary community organisation.

Comm Unity Plus Services Ltd (operating as commUnity+) is a multidisciplinary organisation located in Melbourne’s western suburbs, delivering a range of prevention and early intervention programs focused on informing and engaging with our community.

This is achieved via high quality Community Education, Legal Services (Brimbank Melton Community Legal Centre), our Neighbourhood House program and Children’s Contact Service, as well as a range of community and individual development activities.

About the Positions

We are currently seeking expression of interest from EAL teachers for our various community education programs:

• English as an Additional Language classes – Adult Migrant English Program, Skills for Education and Employment, and VET Funding Contract Skills First funded programs.
• Pre-accredited programs – specifically digital literacy, employment, and foundation skills.
• Casual Relief Teaching
• New client assessment across all programs.

These roles are available across several of our commUnity+ sites in the Northwest and Western suburbs, and across several days of the week as Part Time, Full Time or Casual positions with the flexibility to negotiate.

Reporting to the respective Training Manager, teachers will deliver a range of services and ensure students from diverse backgrounds are provided with the relevant support to enhance their learning experience and achievements, while maintaining compliance requirements and completion of administrative duties.

The EAL Teachers are responsible for preparing and delivering classes focused on English as an Additional Language and carrying out primary duties such as course and session planning, preparation of teaching and learning resources, and assessments.

We are a team committed to delivering a high standard of service to our communities.

Key Selection Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree with Language Other Than English (LOTE) or Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) specialisation or qualifications.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment including Design and develop assessment tools, Address adult language and Literacy and numeracy skills modules.
• Teaching experience, with demonstrated ability to implement best practice in the delivery of nationally recognised training and assessment.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge with the state-based English as an Additional Language (EAL) Framework, guidelines and standards including the Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority Guidelines for VET Providers and Australian Quality Training Framework.
• Highly developed and proficient teaching and assessing skills, including experience in client assessment, moderation, and validation.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering learning to students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, including clients with learning barriers.
• High level of verbal and written communication skills in English and proficiency in digital literacy and technology.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with high level of attention to detail, including self and time management skills.
• Experience and knowledge in conducting and reporting Pre-Training Assessments and new client assessments are highly regarded.
• Experience in the community education sector and willingness to teach across EAL programs mentioned above would be desirable for this role.

As these positions would require travel to attend other commUnity+ sites from time to time, possessing a current Victorian Driver’s license would be advantageous.

What we offer:

• Flexible workplace with hybrid work arrangements
• Remuneration based on Education Services (Post Secondary) Award, qualifications and experience
• Salary Packaging benefit
• 40% off your membership at Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre (BAWC)
• Opportunity to further develop your skills
• Supportive and Inclusive team
• Free parking at Deer Park and Keilor Downs sites

commUnity+ is a child safe organisation that is committed to ensuring the wellbeing of children and young people and protecting them from harm.

Applicants must either currently hold or be able to obtain a valid Working with Children Check and Police check.

To apply you can forward your application via email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. using the subject line: EAL Teacher- Expression of Interest

Applications must include a cover letter responding to the key selection criteria, and a current resume.

A copy of the Position Description can be found here.

Expressions of Interest will be reviewed as received. For further information or a confidential discussion, please call Ana Balica on 0419 366 132

community+ is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.