Koorie Tutor

Kangan Institute; Beechworth; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 104,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility

Purpose-Driven Work

Community & Connection

Cultural Empowerment

Wellbeing Support

Health benefits

Job summary

BeBeechworth Correctional Centre-based Koorie Tutor role at Bendigo Kangan Institute focuses on supporting learners across programs, building confidence and participation in class-based education.

The position involves working with teachers to support literacy, numeracy and learning needs in a correctional context, with emphasis on inclusion, safety, and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment completed.
• Experience supporting learners with literacy and numeracy.
• Experience in correctional education settings preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and resilience in challenging environments.

Responsibilities

• Working alongside teachers to support learners in different program areas
• Supporting learners to build confidence and competence in education
• Assisting learners who may need additional support with literacy, numeracy or classroom participation
• Building trust and respectful relationships with learners, teachers and key stakeholders
• Contributing to a collaborative team focused on positive learner outcomes and safer communities
• Creating a positive, respectful, and inclusive learning environment that supports diverse learner needs

Skills

Cultural sensitivity

Interpersonal skills

Learner support

Literacy & numeracy support

Professional conduct

Education

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Job description

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At Bendigo Kangan Institute we change lives through the power of education and skills.

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: Beechworth Correctional Centre
Role Type: 0.2 FTE ongoing, flexible with the day
Remuneration: starting at $ 94, 772.16 inclusive of 12% super pro-rata (dependent on qualifications)

As a Koorie Tutor, you will provide support to learners across different programs. This role is focused on helping learners engage with education, build confidence and participate meaningfully in class-based learning.

You will work closely with teachers across different courses to support learners with literacy, numeracy and learning needs. While this is not a classroom teaching role, you will play an important part in helping students feel supported, included and encouraged throughout their education journey.

Your role will include:

Working alongside teachers to support learners in different program areas

Supporting learners to build confidence and competence in education

Assisting learners who may need additional support with literacy, numeracy or classroom participation

Building trust and respectful relationships with learners, teachers and key stakeholders

Contributing to a collaborative team focused on positive learner outcomes and safer communities

Creating a positive, respectful, and inclusive learning environment that supports diverse learner needs

We are excited about you because you have:

Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work respectfully with diverse learner groups

Experience working with communities, education programs, learner support or similar settings

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with learners

Confidence supporting learners with literacy, numeracy or classroom engagement needs

Sound judgement, resilience and professionalism in a correctional setting

Ability to support different learners and teachers as needed

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment completed

We can offer you:

Flexibility: A part-time ongoing role with flexible working days

Purpose-Driven Work: Support learners to build confidence, engage in education and create future pathways

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 students

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, 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.