Sessional Teacher Veterinary Nursing

Company description:

Bendigo Kangan Institute (BKI) is one of Victoria's largest TAFE providers, offering state-of-the-art training centres and a wide range of courses. We are committed to fostering a customer-centric culture that works together to achieve our best in a healthy and supportive environment.

Job description:

Location: Broadmeadows, with occasional travel to other campuses

Role Type: Sessional/Casual

Remuneration: Casual Teaching rate $91.42 per hour and Non-Teaching rate $62.14 per hour

About us:

Bendigo Kangan Institute is one of Victoria's largest TAFE providers. We offer state-of-the-art training centres providing a wide range of courses in a variety of fields. We foster a culture that is customer-centric, works together and focuses on achieving our best in a healthy and supportive environment. If you are passionate about putting the customer first, thrive on being part of an inclusive and united team, we encourage you to read further.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects and represents the vibrant and diverse communities where we work, teach and study. We welcome First Nations people, people of all genders, ages, cultures, religions, disabilities, sexual orientations, family structures and those with caring responsibilities. Our culture celebrates diversity and prioritises wellbeing and belonging, ensuring our people can thrive.

About The Role:

As a Veterinary Nursing Teacher, you'll bring learning to life through hands-on training, industry insights and practical experience.

You'll deliver and assess the ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, preparing students for rewarding careers across veterinary practice and animal care settings.

You'll be responsible for:

• Delivering engaging and interactive classroom and practical training
• Teaching key veterinary nursing disciplines, including surgical nursing, dentistry, pathology, reception operations and client care
• Developing learning resources and assessment materials
• Supporting students with diverse learning needs and backgrounds
• Maintaining accurate training and assessment records
• Participating in validation and continuous improvement activities
• Staying connected to current industry practices and emerging trends
• Representing Bendigo Kangan Institute at industry and community events, including expos and outreach activities
• Ensuring compliance with VET quality standards, regulatory requirements and Institute policies

About you:

You're an experienced Veterinary Nurse who is passionate about developing others and sharing your industry expertise.

You'll bring:

Essential

• Minimum 5 years' experience in the veterinary nursing industry
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116 or equivalent)
• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or a higher qualification
• Strong practical animal handling skills and knowledge of animal welfare practices
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A passion for education, mentoring and supporting student success

Desirable

• Previous teaching, training or mentoring experience
• Mental Health First Aid qualification

We can offer you:

• Attractive work-life balance and flexible work options
• Free onsite parking for most campuses
• Professional development programs
• 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.

The Essential Paperwork:

Successful applicants will be required to provide:

• Working with Children Clearance (WWCC)
• Current police check
• Certified right to work documentation
• Certified copies of your qualifications and transcripts

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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: 11:59 PM Thursday 10 September 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.