Careers at TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW Life-Changing Careers

Education Administration Support

Gosford campus

Temporary full time – until October 2026

$80,502 - $88,860 salary package - includes base salary ($70,926 - $78,289) per annum plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and leave loading

At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.

That’s why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

We invest in our people

At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.

We provide you with tools and ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, a 35 hour working week with a variety of flexible working options.

About the role

As part of the Health, Wellbeing and Human Services Faculty you’ll support a Head Teacher and delivery team across programs such as Aged Care, Disability Care, Leisure & Health, and pathways for high‑school students transitioning into nursing or allied health. While a background in these fields is not required, the role operates in a dynamic environment that demands flexibility and the ability to adjust quickly as priorities shift.

Responsible for supporting daily teaching and learning activities, maintaining accurate data across multiple TAFE systems, and managing a broad range of administrative tasks. Collaborating with student services, facilities and other internal stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and a positive experience for students and staff. This is a varied administrative role that plays a key part in supporting high‑quality education delivery.

About You 

You are an experienced administrator who is proactive, adaptable and thrives in a role with plenty of variety. You’re confident using Microsoft Teams, Outlook and other Microsoft 365 applications, and ideally have experience working across multiple data systems.

You thrive in fast‑paced environments where priorities shift. Your communication skills, attention to detail and customer‑focused approach help you build strong relationships and deliver reliable support.

To find out more about the role, click to view the  Role Description..

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culturally safe and accessible workplace where dignity, trust, respect, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are valued, so you can safely bring your whole self to work and connect with your community through our many diverse employee networks.

If you require an adjustment in the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

A career of life-changing impact awaits you. Apply now!

Applications close Thursday 26 February at 11.55pm AEDT 

To apply for this role, click on 'apply now' and provide:

• Your current resume
• A cover letter outlining your interest in the position and how your skills, experience and align to the role (1 page max) 
• Response to one targeted question when prompted in the application form (max 300 words)

Targeted Question: Describe a scenario where you had to remain flexible while working across different systems, tasks or stakeholder requests. How did you ensure accuracy and maintain service quality?

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: contact Talent Acquisition Advisor, Sarah Aitchison, sarah.aitchison4@tafensw.edu.au or 0435 078 206.

Role-specific enquiries: contact Acting Head Teacher, Kerrie Friend kerrie.friend2@tafensw.edu.au

For helpful insights into preparing your application, TAFE NSW’s recruitment process, and getting interview ready, read through our Application Process and the interactive Capability Application Tool.  

This is a child-related position. A Working with Children Check is a prerequisite for anyone in child-related work. It involves a national criminal history check and review of findings of workplace misconduct. 

To be eligible for positions at TAFE NSW, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

An eligibility list, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position, and future positions that subsequently become vacant.

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