Tactile Diagram Transcriber-Statewide Vision Resource Centre

Location Profile

The Statewide Vision Resource Centre (SVRC) supports Victorian children and young people who are blind or partially sighted to access and engage with school-based learning. We do this by providing students with specialised teaching, support, materials, and technologies. We also equip school staff, Visiting Teachers, and families across Victoria by providing personalised advice, training, and resources. Our mission is to provide leadership in blind and low vision education, enabling access, inclusion, and lifelong learning.

SVRC was established in 1983 by the Victorian Department of Education and Training. We are the leading centre of expertise in blindness and low vision education services, supporting eligible students in Government, Catholic and Independent schools. Our staff are committed to providing specialised and professional assistance, information and resources for students, schools, Visiting Teachers, and family members. We are located on the grounds of and administratively managed through the Heatherwood School, in the eastern metropolitan suburb of Donvale.

Selection Criteria

SC1     Demonstrated ability in producing student learning materials in an accessible format e.g. braille, etext, tactile diagrams.    

SC2     Demonstrated strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage time effectively, set clear priorities, and consistently meet deadlines.

SC3     Demonstrated commitment to being a supportive and collaborative team member, with the ability to work effectively within teams, maintain confidentiality and               …