Student Support Officer

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: Fulham Corrections Facility
• Role Type: Ongoing, Part-Time 0.6 FTE, approx. 22 hours per week
• Remuneration: Starting from $77,201.60 inclusive of super (pro rata)

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 proud to work, teach and study on the ancestral lands of the Djaara people of Dja Dja Wurrung, the Wurundjeri-Woi Wurrung people, the people of the Yorta Yorta Nation, and the Gunaikurnai People. Many of our roles work with and support staff and students across both Kangan Institute and Bendigo TAFE campuses.

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 Student Support Officer (internally known as Koorie Tutor), you'll work closely with teachers to provide one-on-one and group support to First Nations students in custody. You'll help learners stay engaged, build confidence, and prepare for life beyond incarceration.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting Koorie students with coursework and learning strategies
• Providing mentoring and encouragement to build confidence
• Creating a safe and respectful learning environment
• Offering culturally responsive support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners

We are excited about you because you have:

• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
• An understanding of the importance of cultural identity and community connection
• Great communication skills and a compassionate listener
• A commitment to inclusive, respectful education practices

A Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is a bonus, but not essential.

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:

• Working with Children Clearance (WWCC)
• Current police check
• Certified right to work documentation

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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: 11:59PM Tuesday 2 September 2025

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.