Careers at TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW Life-Changing Careers

Education Support Officer of Automotive (Mechanical)

Wollongbar Campus

Temporary Part Time (1 day per week) until May 2026

$92,882 package includes salary ($82,200), employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading (pro rata)

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 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, and depending on your role, a variety of flexible working options.

About the role

As an Education Support Officer, you will work under the direction of a supervising Teacher or Head Teacher to support and enhance the learning experience of our students.

In this role you will provide follow-up instructions and provide students the opportunities to practice their skills. The role is key in enhancing their educative experience and engagement. You will have the opportunity to share your skills and industry passion, whilst building the skills, qualifications, employability, and supporting the career goals of our students. 

About You

To be successful in the role you will have:

• The appropriate subject knowledge, skills, industry experience and hold a Certificate III of Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology (AUR30620) or equivalent.
• A high-level of interpersonal and communication skills, including your ability to be proactive and show initiative.
• Experience in managing workshops including tool management, parts procurement and resource development.
• Strong administrative skills, and experience.
• The ability to meet all the selection criteria in the below position description. 

To find out more about the role, click to view the Position 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 let your Talent Acquisition Advisor know.

Together we can change lives! Apply now!

Applications close 11.55pm AEST Monday 16 June 2025

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

• Your current resume (PDF)
• Certified copies of your qualifications (upload as one PDF file)

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: contact Paula Zacharakis Petsis, Talent Acquisition Advisor, paula.zacharakis@tafensw.edu.au, 7921 6383

Role-specific enquiries: contact Kirk Trease, Head Teacher, kirk.trease1@tafensw.edu.au, 0408 450 578

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

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 position(s) of the same classification that subsequently becomes vacant, may be filled via this recruitment.

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