Company description:

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.

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.

Job description:

Do you want to make a real difference for students and industry? Join us as a Teacher - Dental Assisting Apply Now! #RegionalJobs

Location: Bendigo City Campus with regional travel
Role Type: Full-time, ongoing
Remuneration: $85,644 plus 12% superannuation

About The Role:

As a Dental Assisting Teacher, you will play a key role in supporting students undertaking the Certificate in Dental Assisting through traineeships and workplace-based learning. This role focuses on delivering training and assessment directly within dental practices, allowing students to gain practical skills and knowledge in real working environments.

You will engage closely with both students and dental employers to ensure training is aligned with industry standards and supports the individual learning needs of each student.

The role is primarily field-based, with regular travel to student placement sites across the region. While most placements are local, regional travel — including visits as far as Mildura — will be required approximately every 10 to 12 weeks. A TAFE vehicle will be provided for work-related travel, along with accommodation and a meal allowance when overnight stays are necessary.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a dental professional who enjoys mentoring and is passionate about developing the next generation of dental assistants through on-the-job education.

We are excited about you because you have:

Qualifications:

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or willing to enrol
• Certificate III and IV in Dental Assisting or higher

Experience and Knowledge:

• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and dental practitioners
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel etc
• Understands cultural sensitivity and respects and values difference
• Can identify language, literacy and numeracy issues
• Can adapt communication style to suit audience and context
• Ability to build constructive relationships with stakeholders
• Understands the concepts and practices underpinning digital and blended learning and applies as a supplement to the learning program
• Ability to use digital learning for administrative functions, to communicate, collaborate and for presentations
• Provision (and maintenance) of current driver's license where relevant

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
• Certified copies of your qualifications and transcripts

Need support with your application?

• For any accessibility requirements during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected]

Ready to make the switch? Click 'Apply Now' to join our team. Want to know more? Contact [email protected]

Applications close: 11:59pm on Sunday 5th October 2025

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 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.