Sessional Teacher Nursing

Bendigo Kangan Institute; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 124,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible teaching opportunities

Free onsite parking

Counselling via Employee Assistance/BB

Mentoring and support for teachers

Career opportunities across Australia

Job summary

Bendigo Kangan Institute is seeking qualified nursing educators to join its Diploma of Nursing sessional pool across Broadmeadows and Essendon campuses. You will deliver high-quality vocational education and competency-based assessments, supporting students in clinical and simulated settings, online and on campus.

Flexible, needs-based teaching opportunities exist with coverage for short-term leave and sick days. Applicants should outline preferred campus, availability and nursing expertise.

Qualifications

• Qualified nursing professionals with current AHPRA registration.
• TAE40110 or newer certification in training and assessment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required; postgraduate specialty desirable.
• Experience in acute nursing practice preferred; ability to teach in vocational education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality vocational education and competency‑based assessment.
• Support nursing students to build practical skills and confidence.
• Deliver across classrooms, simulated environments, workplaces and online.
• Untaken hours may be covered by casual, needs-based sessions across campuses.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Digital/blended learning

Cultural safety

Language, literacy & numeracy support

Relationship building

Education

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40110)

Current RN registration with AHPRA

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Postgraduate qualification in nursing specialty (desirable)

Job description

16h ago , from Bendigo Regional Institute of TAFE

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.

Help prepare the next generation of nurses through flexible teaching opportunities across Melbourne’s north.

Location: Broadmeadows and Essendon campuses

Role Type: Sessional opportunities

Remuneration: $90.07 per teaching hour

About the role:

BKI is seeking qualified and experienced nursing professionals to join our Diploma of Nursing Sessional Teacher Pool across our Broadmeadows and Essendon campuses.

We are building a pool of sessional teachers who can be called upon to support delivery requirements, including coverage for short-term leave, sickness and other periods of temporary teaching demand. Opportunities may be offered across either campus based on operational needs, your availability and your suitability for the required teaching area.

As a sessional Diploma of Nursing Teacher, you will deliver high-quality vocational education, training and competency-based assessment in line with program and regulatory requirements. Delivery may take place in classrooms, simulated learning environments, workplaces and online settings.

You will support prospective nurses to build the practical skills, knowledge and confidence needed for their future careers. Our nursing training environments include simulated laboratories and specialist equipment, supported by experienced educators with strong industry knowledge.

These are casual, needs-based opportunities rather than guaranteed ongoing hours. Members of the sessional pool may be contacted to cover planned or short-notice absences and other temporary resourcing needs. Flexibility to work across Broadmeadows and/or Essendon will be highly regarded.

In your application, please outline your preferred campus location, general availability and relevant areas of nursing expertise.

We are excited about you because you have:

Qualifications:

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40110 equivalent or more recent)
• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
• Postgraduate qualification in a nursing specialty is desirable

Experience and knowledge:

• Recent and relevant nursing industry experience, preferably in acute nursing practice
• The ability to deliver engaging vocational education and competency-based assessment
• An understanding of cultural safety, inclusion and respect for difference
• The ability to identify and respond appropriately to language, literacy and numeracy needs
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to adapt your approach to different audiences and learning contexts
• The ability to build constructive relationships with students, colleagues and stakeholders
• An understanding of digital and blended learning practices
• Confidence using digital tools for administration, communication, collaboration and presentations
• A current driver’s licence, where relevant to the delivery requirements

We can offer you:

• Flexible, needs-based sessional teaching opportunities
• The opportunity to broaden your teaching experience across our Broadmeadows and Essendon campuses
• Tailored mentoring and support for teachers
• Free onsite parking at our campuses
• Counselling support through our Employee Assistance Program and health and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year
• Meaningful work that drives positive social impact
• Experience in a leading vocational education and training environment, with diverse career opportunities across Australia

Application support:

• If you have any access requirements to fully participate in the recruitment process, please contact *******@kangan.edu.au

Applications close on Sunday 9th November
Applications will be continuously assessed - interviews may take place before the closing date

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 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.