At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach adult learners essential skills in Maths and English at Beechworth Correctional Centre.
- Company: Bendigo Kangan Institute, dedicated to changing lives through education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible part-time hours, and health & wellbeing initiatives.
- Other info: Join a supportive team focused on positive change in a unique teaching environment.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on individuals' rehabilitation and community reintegration.
- Qualifications: Teaching qualification and experience with diverse learners required.
The predicted salary is between 84800 - 104000 $ per year.
At Bendigo Kangan Institute we change lives through the power of education and skills.
Location: Beechworth Correctional Centre, Onsite
Role Type: Part time (0.6 FTE) ongoing, 3 days a week – flexible with days
Remuneration: starting 94,772.16 inclusive of 12% super (pro-rata, dependent on qualifications)
Join our team at Beechworth Correctional Centre as a CGEA (Certificate in General Education for Adults) Teacher, delivering classroom-based education to adult learners. You will teach a variety of units for Certificate I and Certificate II CGEA focused on improving Maths, English, and essential skills, including creative and project-based activities. You will become a part of a small, collaborative, and supportive team. We strongly focus on making a positive impact on students and the broader Victorian community. Your work will directly support the rehabilitation journey of individuals in custody, empowering them with the tools to reintegrate into society and pursue further education or employment.
What we offer:
- Purpose-driven work that directly contributes to rehabilitation and positive community reintegration outcomes
- Meaningful impact in a unique teaching environment where progress - no matter how small - can create lasting change
- A structured, safety-first workplace with clear processes that support consistency, professionalism and respectful engagement
- Supportive, experienced teams who understand the custodial context and value resilience, sound judgement and collaboration
- Fitness Passport Program with exclusive access for you and your family to 230+ locations Australia wide
- Counselling support (EAP) and Health & Wellbeing initiatives throughout the year
What we are looking for:
- Flexibility, patience, and a caring approach to teaching diverse learners
- Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to adapt to a dynamic corrections environment
- Relevant experience teaching CGEA to a range of student cohorts
- AQF level 7 or above teaching qualification
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (completed/willing to enrol/currently studying)
The Essential Paperwork:
- Working with Children Clearance (WWCC)
- Current police check
- Certified right to work documentation
- Certified copies of your qualifications and transcripts
Only applications from candidates with valid working rights will be considered. We are a child safe and equal opportunity employer and therefore the successful candidate will be required to hold a current Working with Children check clearance.
Bendigo Kangan Institute acknowledges that their campuses are located on the ancestral lands of the Djaara people of Dja Dja Wurrung, Wurundjeri Peoples of the Kulin Nations, Yorta Yorta Nations and the Gunaikurnai people. The Institute respects their Elders past, present and emerging and cultural heritage, and we recognize their continuing connection to land, waters, and culture.
Applications will be assessed as they come in – we may start interviews before the closing date.
NOTE: Bendigo Kangan Institute reserves the right to withdraw this position at any time.
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