Education Officer – Animal Welfare & Community Learning in Melbourne

RSPCA Victoria is a non-government, community-based, not-for-profit organisation whose purpose is ‘to exist for animals to live better lives’. We are Victoria’s best-known and most respected animal welfare organisation. Our organisation’s vision is to have ‘a world where animals and people live together with dignity, respect and compassion’. RSPCA’s values – show compassion, lead the way, act with courage and seek positive outcomes – set clear expectations for all our employees and volunteers.

At RSPCA Victoria, we believe education is one of the most powerful tools we have to create lasting change for animals. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Education Officer to join our Training and Education team and help inspire individuals and communities to improve animal welfare. In this role, you’ll develop and deliver engaging education programs for primary and secondary school students, community groups and other audiences. Through interactive learning experiences, you’ll help build empathy towards animals and encourage positive, lasting changes in attitudes and behaviours.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Developing, delivering and evaluating education programs for primary and secondary schools, including incursions and excursions.
• Supporting industry training, Certificate II and III in Animal Studies, and community education programs.
• Creating engaging digital and learning resources in collaboration with the Digital Education Officer and internal subject matter experts.
• Adapting learning approaches to engage diverse audiences and create positive learning experiences.
• Evaluating programs and resources to measure impact and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Supporting and motivating the Education team to achieve program goals.
• Ensuring the highest standards of welfare, care and ethical treatment of Education animals.

What we are looking for from you

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Teaching/Education.
• At least two years’ post-qualification experience in teaching or learning and development.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and/or Diploma of Vocational Education & Training.
• Demonstrated animal handling, husbandry and welfare knowledge and experience.

Highly Regarded

• An animal-related qualification or relevant study.

Recruitment Requirements

• Current and valid driver’s licence.
• Current Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Willingness to undergo a National Police Check.
• Current tetanus vaccination or willingness to obtain.

What's on offer?

• Genuine Work-Life Balance & Generous Leave: Access a comprehensive suite of leave entitlements designed to support your lifestyle and wellbeing.
• Accrued Days Off (RDOs): Enjoy standard RDO agreements that offer up to 12 additional days off per year.
• Holistic Wellbeing Support: Benefit from a wide range of wellness initiatives, including confidential counselling via their Employee and Volunteer Assistance Program (EVAP).
• Exclusive Staff Discounts: Take advantage of premium discounts across our partner networks and services.
• Maximise Your Take-Home Pay: Access tax-effective salary packaging and novated lease arrangements.
• Continuous Growth & Development: RSPCA invests in your professional journey with robust learning and development opportunities.

How to Apply

To learn more about our organisation and this job opportunity, please visit our Employment Opportunities page and download the Position Description for more details. If you have any questions, please contact our Recruitment Team for a confidential discussion.

RSPCA Victoria is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and we strongly encourage people from all cultural backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.