Teacher Cleaning
- Teach industry-relevant cleaning skills to students in a correctional setting.
- Design and deliver practical training aligned with industry standards.
- Support students' pathways to employment through hands-on learning.
At Bendigo Kangan Institute we change lives through the power of education and skills.
Corrections Education Centre is a key portfolio of Bendigo Kangan Institute (BKI), delivering high-quality education programs to people in custody in partnership with Corrections Victoria and private prison operators. Through strong collaboration with multiple custodial sites, we play a vital role in supporting rehabilitation by building skills, confidence and meaningful pathways for reintegration into the community.
Learning delivery is adapted to the custodial context, with paper-based delivery and controlled classroom settings. Our educators work directly with individuals, often navigating diverse learning needs. Success in this environment requires professionals who are confident in demonstrating emotional intelligence and resilience, bring sound judgement and a strong commitment to professional conduct.
About The Role:
Location: Fulham Correctional Centre
Role Type: Part time (0.4 FTE) fixed term Dec 2027
Availablity: 2 full days (days negotiable)
Remuneration: starting 94,772.16 inclusive of 12% super (pro-rata, dependent on qualifications)
As a Cleaning Teacher at Fulham Correctional Centre, you will play a vital role in supporting students to develop industry-relevant cleaning skills, along with essential employability capabilities that prepare them for work upon release. Working closely with correctional staff and program teams, you will design and deliver practical, hands-on training aligned to industry standards and workplace expectations.
This is a highly practical role where you will guide students through real-world cleaning tasks and routines, fostering safe work practices, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic. Through structured learning you will help build students’ confidence to perform in commercial cleaning environments and support their pathway to employment.
We offer you:
- Purpose-driven work that directly contributes to rehabilitation and positive community reintegration outcomes
- Meaningful impact in a unique teaching environment where progress - no matter how small - can create lasting change
- A structured, safety-first workplace with clear processes that support consistency, professionalism and respectful engagement
- Supportive, experienced teams who understand the custodial context and value resilience, sound judgement and collaboration
- 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
We are looking for:
- Certificate in Cleaning Operations
- Completed Certificate IV Training and Assessment
- Effective communication skills for working in correctional settings
- Computer proficiency
- Ability to teach independently
- Commitment to safety, inclusion, and learner success
The Essential Paperwork; Working with Children Clearance (WWCC), Current police check, Certified right to work documentation, Certified copies of your qualifications and transcripts
For any accessibility requirements during the recruitment process, please contact careers@kangan.edu.au
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: 4 October 2026
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