Learning and Development Manager at Wellways Australia

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Sep, 26

Salary

62.79

Posted On

29 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Learning And Development Strategy, Workforce Capability Building, Instructional Design, Stakeholder Management, Leadership, Coaching, Adult Learning Practices, Program Evaluation, Inclusive Learning Design, Organizational Development, Change Management, Strategic Planning

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Wellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we’d love to hear from you Lead workforce capability and shape learning that creates meaningful impact Hybrid role with Salary packaging + Superannuation + Leave Loading SCHADS Level 7B ($60.57 - $62.79) Design impactful, values-led learning experiences. Learning and Development Manager – Wellways Academy Are you passionate about building learning cultures that empower people, strengthen capability and create lasting change? Join Wellways Academy as our Learning and Development Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping how our workforce learns, grows and delivers impactful services to communities across Australia. Reporting to the Project Manager – Wellways Academy, this role provides organisation-wide leadership in strengthening learning and development across Wellways. You will lead the delivery of values-led, contemporary learning approaches that build workforce capability, embed consistent practice and support continuous improvement. Working across Wellways, you will help bring the Wellways Academy Strategy and Implementation Plan to life, creating learning experiences that are grounded in lived experience, informed by evidence and aligned with organisational priorities. Key objectives Lead the development of a whole-of-organisation learning and capability approach that strengthens practice, confidence and workforce impact. Partner with leaders and teams to translate strategy, reform and practice priorities into meaningful learning solutions that support high-quality service delivery. Champion the integration of lived experience into learning design, ensuring the voices and expertise of people with lived experience meaningfully shape our programs. Provide leadership, coaching and support to the Learning and Development team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement. Drive quality, evaluation and improvement of learning initiatives through data, insights and contemporary adult learning practices. About you You are an experienced learning and development leader who understands that great learning goes beyond training, it builds confidence, capability and meaningful change. You bring: Strong experience leading organisation-wide learning and capability strategies within complex environments. A track record of designing and implementing contemporary learning approaches that create measurable impact. The ability to influence, collaborate and build trusted relationships with leaders and diverse teams. Experience leading and developing high-performing teams through coaching, support and shared accountability. A commitment to inclusive learning practices and embedding lived experience perspectives into workforce development. You will also need: Relevant training qualifications or demonstrated leadership experience/background in organisational development or learning and development Demonstrated leadership experience in a comparable learning and development leadership role, ideally within large, multi-program environments. Current valid Driver’s License and the ability to undertake travel for the role Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Screening Check Right to Work within Australia National Police Records Check NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate – free online course About Us At Wellways, we work alongside people, families and communities to create an inclusive society where everyone can imagine and achieve their best life. Our people are the heart of everything we do and we are committed to supporting their safety, health and wellbeing every day. What we offer A purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued An equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment Salary packaging up to $15,899 enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent, mortgage repayments, car leasing Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annum Receive 17.5% leave loading every time you take annual leave Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment Paid Cultural leave (where applicable) Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program For a confidential discussion about the role, we encourage you to contact Jessica Fyshe via email jfyshe@wellways.org Please submit Resume and Cover letter outlining your relevant experience. Once you APPLY click here for a copy of the position description Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement Job Description Summary Lead workforce capability and shape meaningful learning experiences that empower teams, embed best practice and create lasting impact across Wellways. Culture We’re passionate about our work, which is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding. All of our teams work to ensure everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential. We know that people are unique and the experts on their life and are not defined by impairments, diagnosis or labels. We aim to specifically promote safety and inclusivity for LGBTIQ+ and First Nations communities. How to Apply This is your opportunity to join a values based, growing, innovative and nationally recognised organisation with over 2,000 staff members across 93 sites. Please select "Apply" below to complete your application. Applications Close 12/07/2026 Wellways is a leading not-for-profit mental health and disability support organisation operating in Queensland, New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, Victoria and Tasmania. Our services span mental health, disability and community care and reach more than 7000 people each year. Our 2000 staff work to create an inclusive community where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential. We connect people, strengthen families and transform communities for individuals of all ages experiencing disabilities or challenges to their social and emotional wellbeing. Our Practice Principles guide how we work and interact with participants and partners, with our colleagues and within our communities. To see our Practice Principles poster visit https://media.wellways.org/inline-files/ww383_Practice_Principles.pdf Wellways Australia Limited is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. All applicants applying for roles within Wellways must undergo a screening process prior to their successful appointment We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of organization-wide learning and capability strategies to strengthen workforce practice and impact. Partner with leaders to design values-led learning experiences that integrate lived experience and evidence-based practices.