Careers at TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Teacher of Pre-Vocational Programs (English and Humanities) - Paid to Learn

Campus Location: Moss Vale

1 x permanent full-time

Package range: $111,798 - $132,585. Package includes salary ($98,499-$116,813 per annum) employer's superannuation and annual leave loading. (Salary offered will be based on experience).

Applications close 11.55pm AEST Sunday 14 June 2026

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. 

About the role

We’re seeking world-class educators to inspire the next generation of Pre-Vocational students by joining our team of teachers on a permanent full-time basis located at Moss Vale Campus. The successful candidate will be required to travel to various campus locations.

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.

To find out more about the role, click to view the Role Description

Essential Requirements:

• Have appropriate subject knowledge, skills and vocational qualifications in teaching English and at least one Humanities subject and a commitment to maintain technical currency.
• A qualification at AQF7 (or above) with 2 years full-time study in the relevant subject areas for English and Humanities
• Evidence of holding the appropriate teaching qualifications to deliver Vocational Education and Training (see the candidate support document (here) for details) OR a willingness to undertake our full time 14 week 'Paid to Learn' course.
• Have a minimum of three (3) years post qualification experience relevant to your industry, gained no longer than five (5) years previously.

Paid to Learn: for candidates who do not hold an appropriate VET teaching qualification or equivalent, you have the option to be paid to learn as you transition from industry to teaching with guaranteed work following successful completion of the 14 weeks Training and Assessment course. Those who already hold the appropriate teaching qualification or equivalent are still eligible to apply.

Applicants for part-time positions should note that participation in the 14‑week PTL program requires full-time attendance of 35 hours per week throughout the 14 week program.

For more information about this opportunity please check out the Frequently Asked Questions.

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: please contact Joanne Albronda, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email joanne.albronda@tafensw.edu.au or (02) 7920 5411.    

Role-specific enquiries: please contact Jennifer Polk, Team Leader Equity, Foundation Skills & Aboriginal Culture and Languages, via email jennifer.polk5@tafensw.edu.au or 0455 508 421.

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

• Your current resume (PDF)
• Certified copies of your qualifications including testamurs and transcripts (upload as one PDF file). Certified copied preferred; these will be required if successful for the role
• Response to one (1) targeted question when prompted in the application form (max 300 words)

Targeted Question (max 300 words): As a teacher, there are a number of stakeholders you will interact with at your time with TAFE. How will you communicate a message differently based on the stakeholder you are communicating with?

How can I get support with my application?

For helpful insights into preparing your application, TAFE NSW’s recruitment process, and getting interview ready, please read through the following Application Process and Become a Teacher on our TAFE NSW Careers Page.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

At TAFE NSW we are creating an accessible and inclusive workforce, 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.

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.

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Together we can change lives! Apply now!