Program Lead - Nursing Bendigo

Bendigo Kangan Institute; Greater Bendigo; In loco; AUD 124.000 - 168.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Work-life balance

Free parking

Fitness Passport

Counselling (EAP) and wellbeing

Meaningful work

Career opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Bendigo Kangan Institute invites applications for the role of Program Lead – Nursing at Bendigo City Campus. You will lead the Diploma of Nursing delivery, oversee a team of around 12 educators, and support about 200 students annually to achieve quality outcomes aligned with industry and regulatory expectations.

Reporting to the Department Manager, you’ll drive timetabling, resource planning and compliance with ANMAC and ASQA standards, while collaborating with other leads across locations to

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or higher relevant nursing qualifications.
• Current Registered Nurse accreditation via AHPRA.
• Approved AQF 6 qualification or above per Victorian TAFE Teacher’s Agreement.
• Valid Working with Children Check and National Police Check clearance.
• Extensive theoretical and practical knowledge of course design, delivery and assessment within a regulated VET environment.
• Proven ability to monitor student progress and ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Auditing and regulatory understanding within vocational education and training.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and influencing skills; ability to communicate across diverse groups.

Mansioni

• Lead coordination, design, delivery and continuous improvement of the Diploma of Nursing at Bendigo Campus.
• Provide educational and people leadership to a team of ~12 educators for ~200 students annually.
• Oversee program quality, student progress and staff performance; prepare reports and participate in meetings.
• Develop timetabling, resource planning and operational delivery across the academic year.
• Ensure ANMAC accreditation, ASQA standards and Bendigo Kangan Institute policies compliance.
• Collaborate with other Program Leads across locations to ensure consistent delivery.
• Maintain relationships with clinical placement providers and industry partners for workforce alignment.
• Drive continuous improvement and high-performing team culture.

Conoscenze

Leadership

People management

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

AHPRA RN credential

AQF 6 qualification

Working with Children Check

National Police Check

Strumenti

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Descrizione del lavoro

At Bendigo Kangan Institute we change lives through the power of education and skills.BKI brings together Bendigo TAFE, Kangan Institute, VETASSESS and eWorks, to connect people and industries with the transformative power of education and careers. We deliver future-ready skills, training, and assessment solutions, as well as lifelong learning opportunities. Our vision is to become Australia’s leading skills provider.If you are passionate about joining an agile and forward-thinking organisation that fosters innovation or thrive on being part of an inclusive and united team that puts the customer first, please read on.

Location: Bendigo City Campus
Role Type: Full-time, ongoing
Remuneration: $146k salary plus superannuation

About The Role:

As Program Lead – Nursing, you will be a key member of the Industry & Education leadership team, responsible for leading the coordination, design, delivery and continuous improvement of the Diploma of Nursing at Bendigo Campus. You will provide educational and people leadership to a team of approximately 12 nursing educators, supporting the delivery of high‑quality learning experiences to around 200 students annually, and ensuring strong student outcomes aligned to industry and regulatory expectations.

Reporting to the Department Manager, you will oversee program quality, student progress and staff performance, including the preparation of reports and active participation in student meetings and related forums. You will play a key role in the development and ongoing management of timetabling, resource planning and operational delivery, ensuring programs run effectively and efficiently across the academic year. Compliance is central to this role, with responsibility for meeting ANMAC accreditation requirements, ASQA standards, relevant legislation, and Bendigo Kangan Institute policies and frameworks.

Working collaboratively with other Program Leads across metropolitan and regional locations, you will contribute to consistent, contemporary and responsive nursing program delivery. The role also involves maintaining and fostering strong relationships with clinical placement providers and industry partners, supporting workforce alignment and continuous improvement. Through inclusive leadership and strong collaboration, you will help build a positive, high‑performing team culture and contribute to broader strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives within Health & Community and the wider organisation.

We are excited about you because you have:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or higher relevant nursing qualifications
• Current Registered Nurse accreditation via AHPRA
• Approved AQF 6 qualification or above in accordance with Victorian TAFE Teacher’s Agreement
• Valid Working with Children Check and National Police Check clearance

Experience:

• Extensive theoretical and practical knowledge of course design, delivery and assessment within a regulated VET environment
• Demonstrated experience leading, engaging and developing teaching teams to achieve high‑quality educational outcomes and organisational targets
• Proven ability to monitor student progress and results, ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards
• A strong understanding of auditing and regulatory requirements within vocational education and training
• Highly developed interpersonal, communication and influencing skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across diverse groups and manage sensitive matters appropriately
• Strong problem‑solving skills, critical thinking capability and a confident, flexible approach to leading change and continuous improvement
• The ability to work collaboratively across teams and locations, with a current Victorian Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel between campuses as required

We can offer you:

• Attractive work-life balance and flexible work options
• Free onsite parking for most campuses
• 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
• Meaningful work that drives positive social impact
• The opportunity to build a career in a world leading vocational education and training sector, with diverse and emerging career opportunities across Australia.

Need support with your application?

• For any accessibility requirements during the recruitment process, please contact *******@kangan.edu.au

Applications close on Sunday 29th November 2026
Interviews will be assessed continuosly - interviews may take place before the closing date.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ people and people of all ages.

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 and valid police check.

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.

NOTE: Bendigo Kangan Institute reserves the right to withdraw this position at any time.

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