Careers at TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW - Life Changing Purpose

Teacher of Medical Practice Assistant

TAFE Digital - Strathfield Campus

Permanent Part Time (14 hours/week)

$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.

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 are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Medical Practice Assistant educators to join our team and shape the future of healthcare support professionals. In this rewarding role, you’ll have the opportunity to share your industry knowledge, ignite student passion, and help learners develop the skills and qualifications they need to thrive in the workforce.

You’ll play a key role in supporting students’ career aspirations through engaging, hands-on learning experiences. This position involves on-site teaching at our Strathfield campus, as well as facilitating practical clinic sessions at our Nepean campus.

About You

You are a passionate and experienced healthcare professional who is enthusiastic about shaping the next generation of Medical Practice Assistants. With a strong foundation in industry practice, you bring both expertise and a genuine commitment to education. You thrive in collaborative environments, are driven to make a meaningful impact, and have a natural ability to mentor and inspire others.

To be successful in the role you will: 

1. Hold appropriate subject knowledge, skills and vocational qualifications with a minimum level of Certificate IV Medical Practice Assisting or equivalent and a commitment to maintain technical currency. 
2. Be a Registered Nurse (current)
3. Have a minimum of three years post-qualification experience in industry relevant to your qualifications, gained no longer than five years previously.
4. Evidence of holding the appropriate teaching qualifications to deliver Vocational Education and Training. See the candidate support document (here) for details
5. Be prepared to continue to develop your Vocational Education and Training (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 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 Friday 30 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)

Don’t have a TAE qualification but are interested in becoming a TAFE NSW Teacher and inspiring the next generation of students? Ask your Talent Acquisition Advisor how you can become a TAFE Teacher or register your interest here.

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: contact Talent Acquisition Advisor Shay El-ardenli at shayma.elardenli@tafensw.edu.au and 7921 0896   

Role-specific enquiries: contact Cathy Shiel, Head Teacher of Clinical Health at cathy.shiel@tafensw.edu.au or 02 7920 5222

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.