Teacher - Veterinary Nursing

Company description:

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, please read the detailed position description document to understand our values and focus.

Job description:

Are you an experienced veterinary nurse with a passion for teaching and shaping the future of animal care professionals? Bendigo Kangan Institute (BKI) is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Nursing Teacher to join our team at the Broadmeadows Campus.

About the Role

As a Veterinary Nursing Teacher, you will deliver high-quality vocational education and training to students pursuing the Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. Working in our simulated workplace environment, you'll provide students with industry-relevant skills and knowledge in a supportive learning environment.

• Deliver engaging and practical lessons in veterinary nursing across a range of contexts
• Design and develop learning programs and assessment tools
• Mentor students in both classroom and clinical settings
• Contribute to program evaluation and improvement
• Maintain industry connections to ensure currency of training
• Support students during their required 240 hours of practical placement
  

What You'll Teach

• Animal care management and basic animal care
• Reception duties and professional communication
• Infection control and occupational health and safety
• Animal welfare and nutrition
• Pathology practices and medical nursing skills
• Radiology practices and anaesthetic monitoring
• Dental nursing techniques
  

Essential Requirements

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or higher qualification
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116 or equivalent)
• Minimum 2 years of practical experience working in a veterinary clinic
• Strong knowledge of animal welfare and ethics
• Current Working with Children clearance
  

We offer:

• 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.

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.