Our Story
Partners in Training Australia was established by its Director, Dot Spain in 2006 in a ‘mission’ to provide a more responsive and flexible training service to the people of Victoria, specialising in the Health and Community Services sector.
Dot was often exasperated by the delays in the system that could culminate in a loss of business opportunity, frustrations at the lack of responsiveness to meet client/student needs and the layers of internal procedures that led to lengthy time delays to provide relevant and accessible training solutions to students and industry.
This lack of opportunity for students to engage in relevant, affordable and accessible training was the impetus to building a responsive service. Partners in Training was created to provide training opportunities for individuals and clients that were not being adequately serviced by the VET sector in Victoria.
We are a family owned business that operates two regional campuses, one in Shepparton and one in Sale. Each campus is equipped with a simulated laboratory that provides students with a training environment that best prepares them for working in the healthcare sector. Partners in Training Australia delivers classroom based training programs for a range of Community Services programs all across Regional Victoria and Metropolitan Melbourne. In addition, we provide a range of blended delivery models that students can participate in from the comfort of their own home. All PTA training programs are facilitator led sessions with Trainers that have extensive industry experience. Our philosophy is to take the training to our students and clients that accommodates and works alongside their daily living pressures of work and family commitments.
We are passionate about providing people with options in life, and these options are gained through education. It is the key to independence, self-fulfilment and self-determination. Partners in Training Australia provide training in Nursing, Aged Care, Early Childhood Education and Care and a wide range of Community Services qualifications.
Why Choose Us?
Partners in Training Australia prides itself on offering a training solutions and support for students to achieve their career goals. Our students are an extension of our ‘family’ and we strive to ensure that our clients feel valued and supported throughout their learning journey. Partners in Training has a ‘can do’ attitude and is excited and proud when perceived barriers are turned into opportunities.
We focus on working in partnership with our students and clients to provide access to study options for those that cannot attend traditionally structured TAFE classrooms, have a busy work life or family commitments. Our delivery options support the individual to access government funding that ensure that the cost of our courses are affordable and practical for students to complete.
Partners in Training is supported by a team of dedicated, experienced and industry relevant trainers and assessors. All out trainers work in or with industry to meet industry expectations and to ensure currency and relevancy. We support students source their own individual placement that best suits their needs and our network of clients and contacts provide opportunities across Victoria.
Come and see how we do things differently and let us be your ‘partner in training’!
Mission
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide responsive and flexible training options to individuals and clients that assist them achieve their career goals.
Vision
Partners in Training Australia Pty Ltd to be a leading training provider in the Health and Community services sector that delivers high quality training.
Objectives
- Facilitate Industry current training.
- Provide high quality learner outcomes, through excellent teaching, innovation and educational leadership.
- Deliver learner-centred programs and value-added services that provide our students opportunities to achieve their personal, educational and career goals.
- Engage with employers, Industry, enterprises and communities to develop the highly skilled workforce required.
- Offer a training product and service which meets the diverse needs of our stakeholders.
- Provide flexible training options which cater with the contemporary demands of home and work life.
- Build and foster collaborative and supportive Industry links and relationships.
Social & Environmental Responsibility
Meet our Team
The Partners in training team will support, guide and inspire you throughout your learning journey.
We offer training that suits your individual needs and work in partnership with you to ensure your future success.
Dorothy Spain
DirectorDot has been an educator for more than 40 years and is the Director of Partners in Training Australia. She has worked across a number of educational sectors, spending the last 30 years in the VET sector. She established Partners in Training Australia in 2006 with the commitment to provide affordable, flexible and accessible training options to meet the needs of those wanting to further their education and to make positive and meaningful changes to their lives. Dot believes that people must have choices in life and she is passionate about using education as the tool to make change.
Phillip Evans
CEOPhil has more than 10 years' experience in senior management roles within RTO organisations and has demonstrated strengths in financial and personnel management, strategic planning, and quality assurance. Phil has a sound knowledge of RTO operations, compliance, and curriculum design. He is part of the ITECA (Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia) Victorian State ITECA committee and as CEO of Partners in Training, Phil provides the direction and leadership for the operations of Partners in Training Australia.
Libby O’Dwyer
Business Development ManagerLibby has worked in the VET sector for more than 10 years and has brought with her extensive knowledge and experience in hospitality, small business, nursing and training. Libby heads up the business development function at Partners in Training Australia and is passionate about assisting individuals to develop their skills to begin or advance their careers. She believes that training builds an empowered individual and a skilled workforce that strengthens business capacity. Libby enjoys assisting businesses, community groups and individuals navigate and benefit from the VET system. Libby is proud to work in an organisation that assists and encourages so many individuals especially woman, regional and new Australians to obtain the skills and confidence to contribute and become a valued member of the Health and Community Sector workforce.
Jincy Chacko
Head of Discipline NursingDedicated, responsible, knowledgeable registered nurse, nurse educator, and coordinator with over 20 years of experience in the health care setting and nursing education. Jincy holds a Bachelor of Nursing and a Masters in Nursing and has undertaken research in the nursing field. Jincy has extensive experience in medical, surgical, rehabilitation, psychiatry, obstetrics and gynaecology. Well-versed in education techniques, project management, and resource coordination. Provide program and operational leadership for the nursing education team to ensure evidence-based best practice and contemporary models of clinical education. Commitment to delivering effective instructional and theory background and helping to develop better clinical experiences for students by complying with the standards of practice. Jincy is focused on preparing the nurse candidate to be an effective health care provider for the future through her expertise and professionalism.
Take the first step and reach out to Partners in Training today
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Working with Partners in Training
We are committed to continuous improvement and offer a range of benefits for our employees.
If you are interested in the open opportunities, please forward your resume and cover letter to
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Ongoing employment, $65 per hour plus Super and 2-3 days a week work available, various regional locations
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare for and deliver training and assessment services in accordance with RTO procedure, ensuring all ASQA requirements are met
- Maintain all assessment and training paperwork to RTO standards.
- Support students with their studies.
- Liaise closely with Coordinator and provide timely and accurate data and reports
- Regularly monitor and evaluate the delivery of training to ensure excellent support and service to students to maximise successful outcomes
- Maintain knowledge in relevant Training Packages and vocational industry
Essential Skills:
- Flexible teaching and learning strategies
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and PTA team members displaying sound problem solving skills
- Ability to deliver quality training programs
- Capacity to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment
Qualifications & Requirements:
- TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (including an LLN unit and the unit TAEASS502)
- Diploma in Community Services or Mental Health
- Significant experience in Community services
- Sound knowledge of current industry standards
- A current Police Check (Within the last 6 months or currently applying)
- A current Working with Children Check – Employee (or currently applying)
- A current Driver’s Licence (Car)
- Proficient in English
- Good IT skills and digital literacy experience.
Additional Information
The application form will include these questions: Do you have a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment?
Partners in Training Australia encourages people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from different cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities.
Ongoing employment, $65 per hour plus Super and 2-3 days a week work available, various locations around Melbourne
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare for and deliver training and assessment services in accordance with RTO procedure, ensuring all ASQA requirements are met
- Maintain all assessment and training paperwork to RTO standards.
- Support students with their studies.
- Liaise closely with Coordinator and provide timely and accurate data and reports
- Regularly monitor and evaluate the delivery of training to ensure excellent support and service to students to maximise successful outcomes
- Maintain knowledge in relevant Training Packages and vocational industry
Essential Skills:
- Flexible teaching and learning strategies
- Ability to deliver quality training programs
- Capacity to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and PTA team members displaying sound problem-solving skills
Qualifications & Requirements
- TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (including an LLN unit and the unit TAEASS502)
- Diploma in Community Services or Mental Health
- Significant experience in Community services
- Sound knowledge of current industry standards
- A current Police Check (Within the last 6 months or currently applying)
- A current Working with Children Check – Employee (or currently applying)
- A current Driver’s Licence (Car).
- Proficient in English, good IT skills and digital literacy experience.
The application form will include these questions: Do you have a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment?
Partners in Training Australia encourages people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from different cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities.
CEO sleep out
CEO swaps comfort for cardboard
Good cause: Partners In Training chief executive officer Phil Evans recently participated in the Vinnies CEO Sleepout and raised about $4630. Photo by Contributed
More than 200 business leaders recently swapped suits for sleeping bags and traded in
Jeans for Genes Day
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Ongoing employment, $65 per hour plus Super and 2-3 days a week work available, various regional locations
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare for and deliver training and assessment services in accordance with RTO procedure, ensuring all ASQA requirements are met
- Maintain all assessment and training paperwork to RTO standards.
- Support students with their studies.
- Liaise closely with Coordinator and provide timely and accurate data and reports
- Regularly monitor and evaluate the delivery of training to ensure excellent support and service to students to maximise successful outcomes
- Maintain knowledge in relevant Training Packages and vocational industry
Essential Skills:
- Flexible teaching and learning strategies
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and PTA team members displaying sound problem solving skills
- Ability to deliver quality training programs
- Capacity to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment
Qualifications & Requirements:
- TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (including an LLN unit and the unit TAEASS502)
- Diploma in Community Services or Mental Health
- Significant experience in Community services
- Sound knowledge of current industry standards
- A current Police Check (Within the last 6 months or currently applying)
- A current Working with Children Check – Employee (or currently applying)
- A current Driver’s Licence (Car)
- Proficient in English
- Good IT skills and digital literacy experience.
Additional Information
The application form will include these questions: Do you have a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment?
Partners in Training Australia encourages people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from different cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities.
Ongoing employment, $65 per hour plus Super and 2-3 days a week work available, various locations around Melbourne
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare for and deliver training and assessment services in accordance with RTO procedure, ensuring all ASQA requirements are met
- Maintain all assessment and training paperwork to RTO standards.
- Support students with their studies.
- Liaise closely with Coordinator and provide timely and accurate data and reports
- Regularly monitor and evaluate the delivery of training to ensure excellent support and service to students to maximise successful outcomes
- Maintain knowledge in relevant Training Packages and vocational industry
Essential Skills:
- Flexible teaching and learning strategies
- Ability to deliver quality training programs
- Capacity to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and PTA team members displaying sound problem-solving skills
Qualifications & Requirements
- TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (including an LLN unit and the unit TAEASS502)
- Diploma in Community Services or Mental Health
- Significant experience in Community services
- Sound knowledge of current industry standards
- A current Police Check (Within the last 6 months or currently applying)
- A current Working with Children Check – Employee (or currently applying)
- A current Driver’s Licence (Car).
- Proficient in English, good IT skills and digital literacy experience.
The application form will include these questions: Do you have a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment?
Partners in Training Australia encourages people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from different cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities.
