Careers at TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Teacher of Human Services

Location: Bankstown campus

Permanent Part-Time (3 days/week)

$111,798 – $132,585 salary package - includes base salary ($98,499 – $116,813), plus 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.

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 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 Human Services students!  

Share your skills and passion for human services, and help students build the knowledge, qualifications, and employability to support their career goals.

Drawing on your experience and expertise in the human services sector, you will deliver high-quality educational programs and facilitate learning across areas such as community services, case management, and client support, enabling students to achieve strong outcomes.

You will provide flexible and engaging learning experiences, undertake assessment and evaluation, liaise with community service organisations and industry stakeholders, maintain industry and teaching currency, and contribute to a supportive, safe, and inclusive learning environment that reflects best practice in vocational education and training.

Please note this is a part-time role working 3 days per week, with flexibility in days based on business requirements.

About You

To be successful in the role, you will:

1. Hold appropriate subject knowledge and skills, and at minimum hold a Bachelor Degree in either Human Services, Social Work, Justice Studies, Counselling or similar
2. Have a minimum of three years post-qualification experience in human services, gained no longer than five years previously.
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 30 June 2026 at 11.55pm AEST

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 has your experience in the human services sector prepared you to teach students from diverse backgrounds? Include an example that demonstrates inclusive, industry‑relevant teaching practice aligned with current community standards.

Additional Information:

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: Please contact Clinton Debreceny, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email at clinton.debreceny1@tafensw.edu.au or 02 79211310.

Role-specific enquiries: Please contact Renee Allara, Head Teacher Community Services, via email at renee.allara1@tafensw.edu.au or 02 79205869.

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.