Job Description

Design Learning That Builds Capability

For over 240 years combined, Berry Street and Yooralla have been at the forefront of supporting Australians with a disability and those experiencing poverty, violence and abuse.

As one unified organisation, we bring together unparalleled expertise and a shared commitment to empowering individuals and families to thrive, while upholding and championing their human rights. We believe in a future where everyone has the opportunity to live the fulfilling life they choose for themselves, free from the impacts of trauma, violence, and abuse, achieved safely and with dignity.

The Opportunity

• CBD office location on Wurundjeri Country
• Full time, Permanent role
• $115K + Super and Salary Packaging

We are seeking a passionate, experienced and creative Learning and Development Consultant to join our Learning and Development team!

This role is responsible for designing, developing and continuously improving high-quality learning solutions that build workforce capability and support organisational priorities. You will partner with subject matter experts and stakeholders to analyse learning needs, scope and prioritise learning initiatives, and translate complex information into engaging, accessible learning experiences across a range of delivery formats.

You will also provide expert advice on instructional design approaches, learning modalities and learner engagement strategies, ensuring solutions are fit-for-purpose, evidence-informed and aligned to organisational needs.

This role will create learning that makes a meaningful difference in community services and disability contexts.

Key accountabilities

• Design and develop engaging learning solutions across eLearning, facilitator-led, virtual and blended formats.
• Partner with stakeholders and subject matter experts to analyse learning needs, scope and prioritise initiatives, and develop fit-for-purpose learning solutions.
• Provide expert advice on instructional design approaches, learning modalities and learner engagement strategies to inform effective learning design decisions.
• Apply contemporary instructional design principles to deliver accessible, high-quality learning experiences.
• Support the implementation, evaluation and continuous improvement of learning programs.
• Contribute to capability uplift by sharing best practice, tools and insights across the L&D function.

About You

You are an experienced L&D Consultant with strong instructional design expertise, skilled in partnering with stakeholders to prioritise and deliver impactful learning solutions.

You will bring:

• Demonstrated experience in instructional design and developing contemporary learning solutions.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and learning design methodologies.
• Experience partnering with stakeholders and subject matter experts to co-design scope and prioritise learning solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to provide advice and guidance on learning design approaches and influence effective learning outcomes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines effectively.

Our Benefits

We offer a supportive, purpose-driven environment where you can make a meaningful impact:

• Salary packaging benefits, including meals and accommodation
• Flexible work arrangements and generous leave conditions
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family
• The opportunity to contribute to an organisation supporting children, young people and people with disability across Victoria

How to Apply

Applications including resume and cover letter addressing your suitability for the position to be submitted.

This role will close 11pm Friday 31 July 2026

• For queries on the role please contact recruitment@berrystreet.org.au
• Please note applications sent via email will not be accepted.
• To be consider please only apply via the relevant job links.
• We will be reviewing and assessing applications as they are received.

We believe in diversity, inclusion and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of the Victorian community. We recognise the benefits that diversity and inclusion brings, and in turn encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies.

We encourage applications from people with lived experience of disability. You'll receive adjustments and support throughout the whole process — from the application stage to starting in the workplace. If you require the position description in a different format or any accommodation or assistance during the application and interview stages please contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively email recruitment@berrystreet.org.au

Berry Street Yooralla is committed to being a child safe, child friendly and child empowering organisation. In everything we do we seek to protect children. We are committed to the cultural safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children; children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds; children with a disability; children who identify as LGBTIQA+. We aim to ensure every individual is treated with dignity and respect regardless of their cultural background, ability, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, spirituality or religion.

Please Note; the successful applicant will be subject to comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a NDIS Screening Check, Working with Children Check and National and International Police check (if required) and NDIS training.