Casual Lecturer - Nursing

Holmesglen Institute; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 125,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing initiatives

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development

Paid parental leave

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Holmesglen Institute is seeking a casual Lecturer – Nursing (Marking and Assessment) at Moorabbin Campus. You will mark student assessments using rubrics, provide clear feedback, and support consistent academic standards across the Nursing program.

Applicants must hold current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse and a Bachelor of Nursing, with a postgraduate qualification in nursing or a related specialty. The role offers onsite work and flexible arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience marking student work against established assessment criteria.
• Ability to provide clear, constructive feedback to students.
• Strong written and verbal communication with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Mark allocated student assessments using marking guides, rubrics and assessment criteria.
• Provide students with clear, constructive and relevant feedback that aligns with assessment requirements.
• Apply marking criteria consistently and fairly across submissions.
• Participate in moderation activities and marking briefings.
• Identify and elevate academic integrity matters to the Subject Coordinator.

Skills

Nursing assessment experience

Feedback provision

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Postgraduate qualification in nursing

Job description

Holmesglen Institute is a leading provider of vocational and higher education in Victoria, with over 40 years of experience and 140,000 graduates. As one of the largest government-owned TAFEs, we offer 600+ courses across multiple campuses, including Chadstone, Moorabbin, Glen Waverley, Eildon, and Melbourne's CBD. Our hands-on learning approach is supported by state-of-the-art facilities and strong industry partnerships, ensuring students gain the skills needed for successful careers. We foster a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages both staff and students to grow, innovate, and make a positive community impact.

The Opportunity:

• Casual position.
• Standard Marking: $45.22 p/h | Technical Demonstration: $90.49 p/h+ 12% super.
• Moorabbin Campus – onsite parking and close proximity to public transport.

The Bachelor of Nursing program is delivered by a highly qualified academic team and supported by professional staff across simulation, clinical education and student placements. The program is designed to meet contemporary industry standards and regulatory requirements, integrating theory, simulation and workplace learning to support student readiness for professional practice.

In this casual position you will use your nursing knowledge and expertise to assess student work and provide clear, constructive feedback. You will apply approved marking criteria and rubrics consistently, support fair and equitable assessment practices, and work collaboratively with Subject Coordinators and other markers to maintain consistent academic standards across the Nursing program.

As a casual Lecturer – Nursing (Marking and Assessment), you will:

• Mark allocated student assessments using approved marking guides, rubrics and assessment criteria, ensuring marks are appropriately supported.
• Provide students with clear, constructive and relevant feedback that aligns with assessment requirements and supports their learning.
• Apply marking criteria consistently and fairly across student submissions, supporting equitable assessment practices across the cohort.
• Participate in moderation activities and marking briefings, responding to feedback and making amendments where required.
• Identify and elevate academic integrity matters, unclear submissions or significant student concerns to the Subject Coordinator through the appropriate process.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse, with substantial clinical experience.
• Degree in Bachelor of Nursing, and a postgraduate qualification (Master’s or equivalent) in nursing or a relevant specialty.
• Demonstrated experience assessing student work against established assessment criteria, marking guides and rubrics.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, constructive and relevant feedback to students.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to apply assessment standards consistently, fairly and within required timeframes.

WWCC and Police Check:

Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining a Victorian ‘employee’ Working with Children Check, and a valid Police Check within the last 12 months.

Our commitment to you:

At Holmesglen Institute, we are committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and flexible workplace where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. We’ve implemented strong systems and ongoing support to ensure our staff can work and deliver in a safe and adaptable environment. Our team benefits from a range of wellbeing initiatives, access to the Employee Assistance Program, and opportunities for professional and career development. We also offer paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.

Holmesglen is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. We value diversity in our workforce and encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for roles within our organisation, including the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

Employees attending certain workplace settings, including health and care facilities, may be required to be meet mandatory vaccination obligations.