Careers at TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Teacher of Children's Education and Care – Higher Education

St Leonards

Permanent & Temporary, Full Time

$108,057 package includes salary ($95,630 - $113,411 pro-rata), employer's contribution to superannuation and annual 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, and a variety of flexible working options.

About the role

We’re seeking world-class educators to inspire the next generation of Early Childhood students!  

Share your skills and passion for your sector, build the skills, qualifications, and employability, and support the career goals of our students. 

We are currently seeking to fill two full-time positions, both commencing on 21 July 2025. One role is offered on a permanent basis, while the other is a temporary appointment for a period of 12 months.

About You

To be successful in the role you will:

1. Post Graduate Qualification in Early Childhood Education or closely related field. It is preferred that you will also hold a Bachelor degree in Early Childhood (AQF level 7).

2. Minimum of three years’ experience in sector relevant to the Early Childhood Education field, gained no longer than five years previously.

3. Demonstrated commitment to continue to develop your early childhood sector currency and engage in scholarly activity.

Highly Regarded: Experience in the early childhood sector in a leadership role such as Director or Educational Leader.

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 26 May 2025 

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

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

Targeted Question: The role of the TAFE Teacher as a professional educator is to construct, guide and enhance the educative process.  Based on your sector experience, what are your strengths that will set you up for success in a teaching and learning environment? 

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 Talent Acquisition Advisor, Braidie Stride at braidie.stride1@tafensw.edu.au

Role-specific enquiries: contact Relieving Learning and Teaching Group Team Leader, Kate at Kathryn.J.Pye@tafensw.edu.au or phone 0437 934 009.

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.