Careers at VIT

Current opportunities

All current opportunities to work with the team at VIT are listed on the CareersVIC website. Please refer to the individual job advertisements for guidance on how to apply.

Careers at VIT

Work with us. What we do matters.

The Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) is the independent teacher regulator in Victoria. We uphold the standards of the teaching profession so every learner and their community, can trust that registered teachers are qualified, safe and capable.

Our work supports high quality teaching and helps protect the safety and wellbeing of children and young people across Victoria.

When you work with us, you will work within a friendly, high-performance culture with a focus on people and their development. 

Why work at VIT

Our vision is to ensure Victorian learners have the best teachers. Our purpose is to safeguard the learning journey of every Victorian child and young person across all education settings. Our staff are passionate about protecting and supporting the next generation. 

Working at VIT means contributing to one of the most important professions in society through work that has a real and lasting impact. 

By joining VIT, you will have a shared passion to:

• support the safety and wellbeing of children and young people
• uphold public trust in the teaching profession
• support teachers to meet high professional standards
• strengthen education outcomes for current and future generations
• work in a supportive and collaborative environment where your contribution matters.

Our people and culture

We are committed to building an inclusive workforce where differences are valued and everyone feels safe and supported.

What we offer

• flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, with staff working from the office a minimum of two days per week
• supportive leadership and professional development opportunities
• a positive and connected workplace culture
• a range of leave options
• social club activities that support connection and wellbeing
• free, confidential 24 hour counselling and support for staff and their immediate families through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• an A grade office in the Melbourne CBD with modern facilities including on-site gym, showers and bike storage
• ergonomic desk assessments
• annual flu vaccination rebates

Diversity, inclusion and flexibility

The VIT is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people from the LGBTQIA+ community.

We provide reasonable adjustments and support flexible work options that balance individual, team and organisational needs.

If you require support or adjustments during the recruitment process please contact us.

Our values

As a Victorian Government public sector agency, all staff work in line with the Code of Conduct for Victorian Public Sector Employees 2015 and the public sector values. These values guide how we work and how we treat each other.

Employment conditions

All staff are employed under the Victorian Institute of Teaching Enterprise Agreement.

Health and safety

The VIT is committed to providing a working environment that is safe and without risks to health.

All employees are expected to follow occupational health and safety requirements and VIT policies. The VIT has a COVID-19 vaccination policy which strongly recommends all employees be fully vaccinated.

Privacy

We comply with our privacy obligations during the recruitment and selection process. Personal information is kept secure and confidential and managed in accordance with our legal obligations including those in the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014, the Health Records Act 2001, and the Public Records Act 1973.

Please refer to our Privacy page for more information.