At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach and support diverse learners in a correctional education setting.
- Company: Bendigo Kangan Institute, committed to rehabilitation through education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, fitness benefits, wellbeing support, and a collaborative team environment.
- Other info: Join a passionate team dedicated to cultural integrity and learner success.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact by empowering individuals through education and cultural understanding.
- Qualifications: Experience in corrections, strong interpersonal skills, and Certificate IV in Training & Assessment.
The predicted salary is between 84700 - 104800 $ per year.
Corrections Education Centre is a key portfolio of Bendigo Kangan Institute (BKI), delivering high-quality education programs to people in custody in partnership with Corrections Victoria and private prison operators. Through strong collaboration with multiple custodial sites, we play a vital role in supporting rehabilitation by building skills, confidence and meaningful pathways for reintegration into the community. Learning delivery is adapted to the custodial context, with paper-based delivery and controlled classroom settings. Our educators work directly with individuals, often navigating diverse learning needs. Success in this environment requires professionals who are confident in demonstrating emotional intelligence and resilience, bring sound judgement and a strong commitment to professional conduct.
About the Role:
- Location: Melbourne Remand Centre, onsite
- Role Type: Part time (0.6 FTE) ongoing, flexible with days
- Remuneration: starting at $94,772.16 inclusive of 12% super pro-rata (dependent on qualifications)
We are looking for a Teacher Mumgu-dhal tyama-tiyt to make a meaningful impact to support individuals with diverse learning needs. This role requires a confident, self-sufficient educator who can thrive in a highly independent teaching environment. You will be delivering Cert II Mumgu-dhal to learners. Working as part of a collaborative team, you will primarily operate independently, with the autonomy to manage your own classes and schedule. The role involves a mix of one-on-one support and small group facilitation, requiring strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage learners at varying levels.
We are seeking someone with previous experience working in corrections who understands the environment and can navigate it with professionalism, resilience, and flexibility. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with minimal supervision and confident in creating a structured, supportive learning experience for students.
We are excited about you because you have:
- Strong understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, histories, and contemporary issues
- Demonstrated experience working with Koorie communities or in culturally inclusive settings (education settings preferable)
- Certificate IV in Training & Assessment
- Experience delivering training in adult education or vocational settings
- Effective communication skills for working in correctional settings
- Computer proficiency
- Compliance paperwork management
- Ability to teach independently
- Commitment to safety, inclusion, and learner success
We can offer you:
- Community & Connection: Be part of a supportive, tight-knit and passionate team that values collaboration, respect, and cultural integrity
- Cultural Empowerment: Deliver culturally safe and inclusive education that supports the learning journeys of Koorie and Aboriginal students within the correctional system
- Purpose-Driven Work: Help learners build confidence, skills, and pathways to reintegration through the power of education
- Structured & Supportive Environment: A structured, safety-first workplace with clear processes that support consistency, professionalism and respectful engagement. Collaborate with a dedicated team of educators, support staff, and community stakeholders to ensure holistic support for learners
- Health & Fitness Benefits: Fitness Passport Program with exclusive access for you and your family to 230+ locations Australia wide
- Wellbeing Support: Counselling support (EAP) and Health & Wellbeing initiatives throughout the year
The Essential Paperwork: Working with Children Clearance (WWCC), Current police check Clearance, Certified right to work documentation, Certified copies of your qualifications and transcripts.
For any accessibility requirements during the recruitment process, please contact *******@kangan.edu.au. 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 close: 23 August 2026. 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.
Teacher Mumgu-dhal tyama-tiyt employer: Kangan Institute
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