Casual Relief Teacher (CRT) Professional Learning Grant

Casual Relief Teacher Professional Learning

Status:: Closed
Who can apply:: Non-government schools, government schools
Funding:: $0 - $4,050,000

The Department of Education is pleased to invite providers to apply for funding to expand the existing state-wide Casual Relief Teacher Professional Learning program under a Common Funding Agreement. The initial funding term will commence between April and June 2026 and conclude on 30 June 2028. At the Department’s discretion, there is an option to extend the agreement for a further two years, through to 30 June 2030. Total available funding is up to $4.05 million, proportionate to the agreed engagement period.

The purpose of the funding is to engage a suitably qualified provider to design and deliver a professional learning program to support approximately 8000 CRTs, of which approximately 5000 CRTs teaching directly in Victorian government schools. This program aims to ensure CRTs continue to build capability and grow their professional practice by engaging in necessary professional learning and maintain their Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.

The Department of Education looks forward to working with the successful provider.

At a high level, the department is seeking the following program components:

Synchronous components

The design, delivery and administration of webinars, facilitated virtual discussions/workshops, delivered both live and an on-demand format
The design, delivery and administration of in person professional development activities, for example in person workshops and teacher meets
Development and implementation of a marketing and engagement plan with strong emphasis on attracting and engaging Victorian CRTs, for each delivery year.

Asynchronous components

Online modules/content
An existing, functional learning portal/platform which will accommodate access to all sector and state-wide current and new CRTs
Technical support and learning support, if required by CRTs and the department
Preparation and issuing of student completion certificates and reporting requirements to meet Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration policy and process.

The initial funding term will commence between April and June 2026
1 May 2026 to 30 June 2028
The initial funding term will commence between April and June 2026 and conclude on 30 June 2028. At the Department’s discretion, there is an option to extend the agreement for a further two years, through to 30 June 2030. Total available funding is up to $4.05 million, proportionate to the agreed engagement period.

Guidelines

To be eligible, you must meet all the following criteria:
- be based in Victoria that is an incorporated legal entity under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) or the Associations Incorporation Reform Act 2001 (Vic) or a similar type of organisation
- have a current Australian Business Number (ABN)
- meet the Department of Education’s requirements for public liability insurance
- not have any overdue deliverables from other grants with the department
- your organisation is able to deliver a high quality sector and state-wide professional learning program to Victorian CRTs.
Guidance to providers
The successful provider will be able to deliver to the scope set-out in the application form and provide high quality professional learning to all Victorian CRTs state-wide.
- The successful provider must sign a funding agreement with the department. This agreement has the conditions, reporting requirements and contractual conditions of the funding.
- The funded activity must commence by June 2026 and ends on 30 June 2028 (plus an optional 2 year extension at the department’s discretion, until 30 June 2030)
A panel will assess eligible applications. The panel will include:
- Pedagogy/educational expert/s
- Department program manager/s
- Senior executive/leader/s
All applicants will hear about the outcome of their application by email.
How to apply
- Step 1: Read these guidelines to determine whether your organisation and program are eligible.
- Step 2: Consider how your organisation meets the eligibility requirements, the services required, and how you demonstrate the evaluation criteria.
- Step 3: Complete the Application Form, and email this along with any relevant attachments, by 5.00 pm on Tuesday 24 March 2026 to school.leadership@education.vic.gov.au .
No applications will be accepted after the closing date.
Help/more information
If you have questions, please email Rowena Moore or Chrissie Fraser at school.leadership@education.vic.gov.au.
Can multiple providers be successful?
The department is seeking one provider who may engage suitable experts, personnel or affiliated organisations, with discussion with the department.
Does the provider need to provide a Learning Management System?
It is assumed that the provider will already have an active and suitable learning management system or learning portal for the purposes of creating and delivering professional learning.
Will there be additional funding?
At this stage no. Funding was awarded as part of the Victorian Government Schools Agreement recognising there was a need to support CRT professional learning as a sector-wide need.
Can providers provide alternative proposals/offerings?
Yes, providers are welcome to provide alternative offerings or additional offerings. The department requires details how these offering will demonstrate the criteria and the costs of these offerings.
How do I complete my costing/pricing schedule?
Please itemise the specific expenses/resourcing using table B4. You may also attach a separate pricing schedule if you prefer.
How do I apply?
- Step 1: Read these guidelines to determine whether your organisation and program are eligible.
- Step 2: Consider how your organisation meets the eligibility requirements, the services required, and how you demonstrate the evaluation criteria.
- Step 3: Complete the Application Form, and email this along with any relevant attachments, by 5.00 pm on Tuesday 24 March 2026 to school.leadership@education.vic.gov.au .
When is the professional learning required to commence in 2026?
The learning schedule will be discussed with the successful provider. The learning program is expected to commence in June 2026.

Updated 18 March 2026