Careers at TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Teacher of Adult Education

Location Negotiable across NSW (subject to campus availability) 

Temporary Part Time until 30 June 2027 (7 hours per week)

$111,798 – $132,585 salary package - includes base salary ($98,499 – $116,813), plus 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 a variety of flexible working options.

About the role
Join a collaborative and highly engaged teaching team delivering qualifications that support aspiring and emerging leaders in adult education. This temporary part-time opportunity (7 hours per week until 30 June 2027) provides the flexibility to work from home or from a nearby TAFE NSW campus while delivering engaging virtual classes to students seeking to build their leadership capability and professional practice.

You'll play an important role in creating a positive and supportive learning experience, bringing course content to life through your own industry knowledge, leadership experience and contemporary insights. Working closely with a team committed to continuous improvement, you'll contribute ideas, share best practice and help ensure our programs remain relevant, engaging and impactful for students.

About You
You are an experienced professional with leadership experience and a genuine passion for supporting adult learners. Your background may come from a variety of disciplines, enabling you to bring fresh perspectives and real-world examples that enrich the learning experience. You don't simply deliver content - you actively engage students, encourage discussion and create meaningful learning opportunities that build confidence and capability.

You are proactive, adaptable and committed to maintaining your industry currency. Most importantly, you are patient, approachable and student-focused, taking the time to understand individual learning needs and provide the support students need to succeed in both group and one-on-one virtual learning environments. Flexibility to deliver classes during the day and occasionally in the evening will be highly regarded.

To be successful in the role, you will:

1. Hold appropriate subject knowledge and skills, and a qualification in Adult Education at Bachelor level or higher (e.g. Bachelor or Master of Adult Education), or an equivalent qualification.
2. Have a minimum of three years post-qualification industry experience relevant to your qualifications, gained no longer than five years previously.
3. Be prepared to develop and maintain your knowledge and skills as well as your industry currency, and trainer/assessor competence.

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.

Together we can change lives! Apply now!

Applications close 11.55pm AEST Thursday 10 September 2026

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

• Your current resume
• Copies of your qualifications, where applicable (upload as one PDF file). Certified copies preferred; these will be required if successful for the role
• A response to the targeted question when prompted in the application form (max. 300 words)

Targeted Question: Describe your experience engaging and supporting people through virtual delivery. Include an example of how you have used digital tools or online platforms to build connection, encourage participation and support individual needs, and explain how your professional and leadership experience would enhance the learning experience for students.

Additional Information:
TAFE temporary teacher applications will be considered in order of priority. All eligible persons whether internal or external to TAFE NSW are able to apply, however a Temporary Teacher Priority Assessment will be undertaken for this role. More information can be found here. 

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: 
Contact Sally Barry, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email at sally.barry4@tafensw.edu.au or phone 02 7921 0203.

Role-specific enquiries:
Contact Yvonne Gresham, Team Leader, via email at Yvonne.Gresham@tafensw.edu.au or phone 02 7920 4027.

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.

Interested in becoming a TAFE NSW Teacher and inspiring the next generation of students but don’t yet hold a TAE qualification? Speak with your Talent Acquisition Advisor about pathways to teaching or register your interest here.

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 talent pool, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.

Location is negotiable across our TAFE NSW campuses. Please note that preferred campus location is not guaranteed and is subject to campus availability at the time of offer.

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