Careers at TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW Life-Changing Careers

Education Support Officer - National TAFE Network Remote Student Support

Locations: 26 Regional NSW Locations - See list below

Casual

$57.95 per hour (includes base rate + casual 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.

Life-changing impact starts with an incredible team that sees their career as an opportunity to transform someone’s world. Whether that’s inspiring students, supporting each other, or helping our communities and industries flourish. 

We live by TAFE NSW values: Customer Focus, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work, and inspire our performance.   

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, ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and a variety of flexible working options.

About the Role

We are seeking motivated Education Support Officers to support the National TAFE Network (NTN) Remote Student Support project on a causal basis.

We are seeking Education Support Officers on a casual basis to play a vital role in creating a welcoming and supportive environment for TAFE NSW students across all courses at the following campus locations - Batemans Bay, Byron Bay, Cootamundra, Corowa, Cowra, Deniliquin, Finley, Gunnedah, Hay, Jindabyne, Leeton, Macksville, Moore, Murwillumbah, Nambucca, Narrabri, Narrandera, Parkes, Queanbeyan, Singleton, Temora, Tomaree, Wauchope, Yamba, Yass and Young.

This role focuses on general education support rather than a single subject area, ensuring every student feels valued and equipped for success. You will greet and assist students onsite, participate in orientation activities, and provide ongoing education support and pastoral care throughout their learning journey. Your responsibilities include helping students navigate technology, access resources, and progress in their studies, all while fostering an inclusive and encouraging atmosphere. This is a hands-on, campus-based role that cannot be performed remotely, and is central to ensuring local students have the tools and confidence to achieve their goals.

NOTE: This role does not teach or prepare lessons or resources and does not deliver training nor undertake assessment. 

For more information about this opportunity such as the duties or hours of work, please contact Melanie Pennell (contact details below) or to attend one of our online drop-in sessions, please click below:

• Tuesday 15 September 2026 – 6.30pm to 7.00pm
• Thursday 17 September 2026 – 12.30pm to 1.00pm
• Monday 21 September 2026 – 12.15pm to 12.45pm
• Wednesday 23 September 2026 – 6.00pm to 6.30pm

About You 

You are approachable, adaptable and people-focused, with strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to helping students succeed. You build positive relationships with people from diverse backgrounds, provide excellent customer service, and confidently support students to use technology, including Microsoft Office and other digital tools. Comfortable working in a dynamic environment, you can respond to changing student needs, remain calm under pressure, and use initiative and problem-solving skills to help learners overcome challenges and stay on track.

To be successful in this role, you will hold a Certificate III qualification or higher in any discipline, reflecting your experience as an adult learner. Your patience, flexibility and ability to motivate and encourage others will make you a valued member of the TAFE NSW team.

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

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

TAFE NSW is committed to building a culturally safe and inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

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

• Your current resume.  Note: A cover letter is NOT required and will not be considered
• Copies of your qualifications, where applicable (upload as one PDF file). Certified copies preferred; these will be required if successful for the role
• Demonstrate you meet each of the selection criteria from the Role Description by answering the pre-screening questions when prompted in the application form

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

Applications close 11:55pm AEST Sunday 27 September 2026

Additional Information:

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: contact Ravinder Mansfield, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email: Ravinder.mansfield1@tafensw.edu.au or tel: (02) 7921 2973.

Role-specific enquiries: contact Melanie Pennell, Education Support Specialist via email: melanie.pennell@tafensw.edu.au or tel: (02) 7921 4724.

For support with preparing your application and understanding the recruitment process, visit our Application Process page, and explore the helpful resources available through I Work for NSW.

This is a child-related position. Successful candidates must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing. TAFE NSW will also conduct an Australian National Criminal Record Check on the preferred applicant as part of the pre‑employment process.

To be eligible for a position at TAFE NSW, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

A suitability list, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position, and position(s) of the same classification that subsequently becomes vacant, may be filled via this recruitment.

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