Careers at TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Teacher of Aged Care and Disability

Location: Singleton and Cessnock campus

Permanent Part Time (14 hours per week)

$111,798 – $132,585 salary package - includes base salary ($98,499 – $116,813) pro rata, 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 live by TAFE NSW values: Customer First, 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 and ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and a variety of flexible working options.

About the role

We’re seeking world-class educators to inspire the next generation of Aged Care and Disability students.

This is a permanent part-time position, working 2 days per week (14 hours). The specific days of work will be course dependent and may vary based on delivery requirements. Flexibility is essential, as the role requires travel across the Upper Hunter region to support training delivery.

As a TAFE Teacher, you will share your industry expertise and passion to help students build the skills, confidence, qualifications, and employability needed to achieve their career goals. TAFE Teachers are professional educators who help construct, guide, and enhance the learning process.

In this role, you will deliver high-quality educational programs and facilitate learning in Aged Care and Disability, enabling students to achieve strong outcomes. You will provide flexible and engaging learning experiences, undertake assessment and evaluation, maintain industry and teaching currency, and contribute to a supportive, safe, and inclusive learning environment that reflects best practice in vocational education and training.

About You

To be successful in the role, you will:

1. Hold appropriate subject knowledge and skills, and at minimum hold a minimum Certificate IV in Ageing Support or Disability or above OR Bachelor of Nursing (minimum) and current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
2. Have a minimum of three years post-qualification industry experience relevant to your qualifications, gained no longer than five years previously. OR post-qualification experience in Ageing care as a Registered Nurse, gained no longer than five years ago
3. Hold evidence of the required teaching qualification to deliver Vocational Education and Training (VET). See the candidate support document here for details.
4. Be prepared to develop and maintain your VET 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, 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: Tuesday 5 May at 11.55pm

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

• Your current resume
• Certified copies of your qualifications (uploaded as one combined PDF file)
• A response to the targeted question when prompted in the application form (max. 300 words)

Targeted Question: How do you manage time in a class where students work at different paces or require additional support, while still keeping the full group engaged and on track?

Additional Information:

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

Role-specific enquiries:
contact Head Teacher Health Wellbeing & Community Services, Leanne KleinSchiphorst Leanne.KleinSchiphorst1@tafensw.edu.au

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.

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