Education Support Finance & Administration Relief Program 2026

The Education Support Finance & Administration Relief Program is an initiative run through the Department of Education and Business Managers Victoria, aimed at providing assistance and support within the education sector, particularly for office staff in administration and finance roles. This program offers opportunities for individuals to receive training and gain practical experience in educational office settings.

By the program’s conclusion, participants will have the training required to provide relief support in school administrative systems, enabling them to assist at short notice in schools.

The program trains participants for school office relief roles, equipping them with essential skills to assist schools on a short-term, flexible basis.

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What You Will Learn

• Introduction to CASES21, Finance & Student Insight

• Managing Receipts, Creditor & Debtor Payments

• Student Administration Skills

• Tax Insights

• Student First Aid Training & Certification

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Eligibility

• Individuals interested in working as Education Support staff in administration and finance

• Have not previously worked in a school office

• Are not currently employed by a school

• Are not seeking permanent work — this program is specifically for individuals interested in working in casual relief roles within a school office

• Ideally have a referral from an employee currently working within a Victorian school

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Program Requirements

• Attend all program components, including online meetings and face-to-face training, graduation day and complete 70 hours of volunteer work experience

• Undergo an interview and complete a PC competency test before acceptance

• Gain experience in various school settings during work placement, covering all aspects of school administration and finance

• Be available for short-term employment at short notice

• Commit to 12 months of relief work following program completion

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Program Details

Training Centres: Four training centres will be on offer (locations for 2026 to be advised). Each centre will accommodate a maximum of 10 participants.

Program Duration: The program will run from May 2026 to September 2026, incorporating face-to-face learning, online modules, and 70 volunteer work placement hours plus graduation day.

Expression of Interest: EOIs are now open. See below for the EOI link.

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How to Apply

Training centres will be available, but locations for 2026 are to be confirmed. Each centre will accommodate a maximum of 10 participants.

The program dates for 2026 are to be confirmed. Incorporating face-to-face learning, online modules, and 70 volunteer work placement hours.

Applications will open in early 2026.

If you’re interested in the program and would like to receive more information once applications open, please complete the Expression of Interest form to join our mailing list.

All applicants will be notified once the application period begins.

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Take the Next Step

Take this opportunity to contribute to the education sector and embark on a rewarding journey of professional development. Join us in the ES Relief Program 2026 and make a positive impact!

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Submit Your Interest

To express your interest in the program, complete the Expression of Interest form.

For more details or if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at businessmanagersvictoria@gmail.com

We look forward to welcoming you to our program!