Teacher - Individual Support, Ageing & Disability
$84,618 - $128,887 a year
Contract
7d ago , from Box Hill Institute, ABN **************
Bring your real-world aged care or disability support experience into the classroom and help shape a workforce that changes lives every day!
Box Hill Institute | Part-time, Fixed-term Position
Are you an experienced aged care or disability support professional ready to take the next step in your career?
If you've recently worked as a Support Worker, Personal Care Assistant, Disability Support Worker, Community Care Worker or similar, and are passionate about sharing your knowledge with others, this is your opportunity to help shape the next generation of skilled care professionals.
Join Box Hill Institute as a Teacher - Individual Support, Ageing & Disability and bring your real-world industry experience into the classroom, helping students develop the practical skills, confidence and compassion needed to succeed in this rewarding sector.
This is a part-time (0.8 EFT), fixed term opportunity until 31 December ****. Salary range aligns to the current MEA: L1.1 - L3.5 $84,618 - $128,887 per annum (dependent on qualifications & experience), plus 12% superannuation.
Why work with us?
At Box Hill Institute, we offer more than just a job - we offer a supportive and rewarding work environment where your wellbeing, growth and achievements are celebrated. Our benefits are designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally:
Flexible work arrangements
to support work-life balance
On-site parking
for added convenience
Career progression opportunities and reward & recognition programs
to celebrate your success
Generous leave options
such as Defence Reserve Service, Emergency Response, up to 20 days paid Family Violence leave and up to 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
Health and wellbeing supports and resources
, including FREE flu-vaccinations, FREE skin checks, FREE health checks and corporate health insurance discounts
Financial perks
like novated leasing and salary packaging
Exclusive staff discounts
on CAE/Box Hill Institute short courses for staff and their immediate family as well as discounted access to our on-campus retail services such as floristry, day spa and beauty salons, hairdressing salon, barbershop, restaurant, vet & dog grooming - all delivered by students in training, under the supervision of their teachers.
About the role
As a Teacher within our Faculty of Health, Community & Animals, you will deliver high-quality training and assessment to students pursuing careers in aged care, disability support and related health services. Working across our Box Hill and Lilydale campuses,



you will create engaging learning experiences that combine industry expertise with practical application, supporting students to build the confidence, skills and knowledge required for successful employment in the sector.
What you'll do:
Deliver engaging, industry-current training and assessment in Individual Support, Ageing and Disability programs.
Facilitate learning across classroom, simulation and workplace-based environments.
Develop, review and maintain learning and assessment resources aligned with industry standards and compliance requirements.
Assess student competency and provide timely, constructive feedback.
Support student engagement, progression and success through a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Identify and support students requiring additional assistance to achieve their learning goals.
Contribute to moderation, validation and continuous improvement activities.
Maintain vocational and skilled currency to ensure teaching reflects contemporary industry practice.
About You:
You are a passionate educator or experienced industry professional who is committed to developing a skilled and capable care workforce. You bring current, hands-on experience from the aged care and/or disability support sector, a robust understanding of contemporary industry practices, and a genuine desire to mentor and inspire others. Whether you are already teaching or looking to transition from industry into education, you are excited by the opportunity to share your knowledge and help students build the skills needed to make a meaningful difference in people's lives.
Qualifications & Experience
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE*****)
or a higher-level teaching qualification.
Current and relevant qualifications in Aged Care, Disability, Individual Support, Health or a closely related discipline.
Recent industry experience working in aged care and/or disability support
as a Support Worker, Personal Care Assistant, Disability Support Worker, Community Care Worker or similar role.
Strong understanding of current industry practices, person-centred support approaches, compliance requirements, emerging challenges and workforce trends within the aged care and disability sectors.
Passion for sharing your industry knowledge and developing the next generation of care professionals.




Demonstrated understanding of adult learning principles and vocational education practices.
Ability to create engaging, student-centred learning experiences.
Alignment with a child-protected, inclusive and values-based workplace
Have, or be willing to obtain, Victorian Working with Children Check and National Police Check clearance.
About us:
For over 100 years, we've been changing lives for the better, continuing to make this world a better place for all. By providing people with opportunities to expand their knowledge, experience and understanding of the world, we empower them to change their lives.
Our students can pursue everything - non-accredited short courses through the Centre for Adult Education (CAE); senior secondary qualifications including the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM); vocational certificates (including pre-apprenticeships, apprenticeships and traineeships) and diplomas; and higher education degrees and a graduate certificate.
We are committed to a highly motivated and aligned workforce, so we'll be by your side to enable you, help you grow and offer you benefits which enhance your work-life balance.
Box Hill Institute is a welcoming, safe and respectful work environment. We are work-life friendly and an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for our vacancies.
Commitment to child safety
Box Hill Institute is a Child Safe Organisation and has a zero tolerance towards the harm or abuse of children and young people.
We believe that child safety is everyone's responsibility. All employees, volunteers, contractors and service providers are required to promote a culture of child safety, comply with the Child Safe Standards and other relevant legislation and reporting obligations of suspected child abuse as per the Institute's Child Safety Policy and Procedures.
All employees are required to hold and maintain a current, valid Working with Children Check for the duration of their employment at their own expense.
Candidates for employment at Box Hill Institute will be subject to pre-employment probity checks, and must satisfy Box Hill Institute's pre-conditions for employment.
Box Hill Institute reserves the right to withdraw an advertised position at any stage.
We are a **** Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.
Applications close: 5pm, Wednesday 26th August ****
Please note: We will be assessing applications as they come in and the position may be filled before the closing date
For specific enquiries relating to this position, please contact Cindy Hamilton at ******
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📌 Teacher - Individual Support, Ageing & Disability (Melbourne)
🏢 Box Hill Institute Employees, Location, Alumni
📍 Melbourne