Teacher Early Childhood Education and Care

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.

Role: Early Childhood Education and Care Teacher - Traineeships

Location: Broadmeadows with travel to placement partners

Role Type: Full-time, ongoing

Remuneration: $83,367 - $95,077 salary (qualification dependant)

 

About the Role

As a Traineeships and Work‑Based Learning Teacher (Early Childhood Education and Care), you will support trainees completing nationally recognised ECEC qualifications while employed in early learning services. You will play a key role in guiding trainees through their workplace‑based learning journey, ensuring high‑quality training delivery, compliance, and strong outcomes for both learners and employers.

This is a predominantly off‑campus role, focused on visiting trainees in early childhood settings to provide coaching, observation, assessment and pastoral support. You will work closely with trainees, centre directors, room leaders and the Program Lead to ensure training plans are followed and learning is embedded in day‑to‑day practice.

You will manage your own calendar of workplace visits while maintaining strong connections with the broader teaching team through regular on‑campus meetings, training and professional development (approximately one day per week).

This role is ideal for an experienced early childhood educator who is passionate about mentoring others, enjoys working autonomously, and is committed to developing the future ECEC workforce.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high‑quality traineeship training and assessment in Early Childhood Education and Care through workplace‑based learning models
• Conduct regular off‑campus visits to trainees in early learning services to support skill development, engagement and progression
• Observe and assess trainee practice in line with ECEC training packages, regulatory requirements and workplace expectations
• Provide coaching, feedback and guidance to trainees to support their professional growth and confidence in the workplace
• Support employers, centre directors and supervisors to understand training requirements and create positive learning environments for trainees
• Manage your own schedule of student visits, ensuring consistent contact, documentation and follow‑up
• Monitor trainee progress, attendance and wellbeing, identifying and escalating risks where required
• Maintain accurate and compliant training and assessment records in line with VET Quality Standards and organisational requirements
• Attend on‑campus meetings, training and planning sessions with Program Leads and teaching colleagues (approximately one day per week)
• Build strong relationships with early childhood services to support sustainable, high‑quality traineeship outcomes

We’re excited about you because you have:

Qualifications:

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or willing to enrol)
• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or higher (bachelor's in early childhood education care)

Experience:

• Demonstrated experience working in Early Childhood Education and Care, including a strong understanding of sector practices and regulatory requirements
• Experience delivering or supporting traineeships and/or work‑based learning programs, ideally within ECEC
• Sound knowledge of workplace assessment practices and coaching learners in employment‑based settings
• Experience supporting trainees through placements, including progress monitoring and pastoral support
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to independently manage a calendar of off‑campus workplace visits
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills with trainees, employers and internal stakeholders
• Understanding of VET compliance requirements, evidence collection and student contact obligations
• Current Victorian driver's licence and flexibility to travel between sites
• Valid Working with Children Check and National Police Check clearance

We can offer you:

• Attractive work-life balance and flexible work options
• 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.

Application support:

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

If this sounds like the role for you, please click 'Apply for this job/Apply now'. We would love to hear from you.

Applications close on Sunday 22nd March

Interviews may take place prior to the interview closing date. Bendigo Kangan Institute reserves the right to withdraw this advertised position at any stage.

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.