VCE Teacher - Student Success Coach

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.

Position: VCE Teacher with Student Success Responsibilities

FTE: Full-time, Ongoing 

Location: Broadmeadows

Salary: $125,000 salary plus above award allowance

About the Role

At Bendigo Kangan Institute, we don’t just teach, we ignite potential and help students build the skills they need for real-world success. Our VCE VPC/VM program is dynamic, hands-on, and designed to fuel confidence, curiosity, and career pathways.

We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic individual to join our team as a VCE Teacher with Student Success Coach responsibilities. In this dual role, you will be instrumental in delivering high-quality VCE education while providing essential support to students and staff, ensuring their success and wellbeing throughout their learning journey. You will deliver foundational courses at our Broadmeadows Campus, based on an innovative 2-year program. 

This role provides students with practical, hands-on learning experiences while preparing them for successful transitions to apprenticeships, traineeships, further education, university, or direct employment. You'll work primarily in classrooms, and potentially online environments, creating engaging learning experiences tailored to individual student needs. If you are passionate about making a difference in students’ lives, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

VCE Teaching:

• Deliver engaging and flexible VCE programmes catering to diverse learning needs and styles.
• Support students with language, literacy, and numeracy (LLN) challenges.
• Create real-world, hands-on learning experiences that build on individual student strengths.
• Assess and monitor student progress, ensuring VET-compliant records are maintained.
  
  

Student Success:

• Act as a key liaison between students, families, and staff, fostering positive relationships to support student success and wellbeing.
• Provide guidance and assistance on student behaviour management and wellbeing, conducting professional development for staff as needed.
• Assist in marketing and delivering information to prospective and current students, families, and schools.
• Collaborate with the Program Lead to establish class groupings and organise welcome sessions for new students.
• Monitor student behaviour, intervene when necessary, and support teachers in managing student conduct.
• Oversee student attendance and participate in student-teacher meetings, report proofreading, and other administrative duties.
• Assist in organising extracurricular activities such as excursions, SWL, and student functions (graduations, celebrations, etc.).
  
  

General Support & Administration:

• Ensure clear communication of student support needs across all relevant teams.
• Assist with incident reporting, tracking student behaviour, and ensuring compliance with Child Safety protocols.
• Facilitate student contracts and contribute to regular reporting, including trends in student performance and staff needs.
• Support and contribute to staff meetings, student assemblies, and cross-departmental initiatives.
  
  

Qualifications Required:

• Graduate Diploma/Bachelor of Education in Secondary or Adult Education.
• VIT registration or working towards obtaining VIT registration.
• Certificate IV in Training & Assessment or willingness to enrol.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Proven experience in VCE teaching, with a focus on student-centred learning.
• Strong understanding of student support strategies, including behaviour management and wellbeing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of VET-compliance and child safety requirements.

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 at 11:59pm on Sunday 28th September.

Applications will be continuously assessed – we may start interviews 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.

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