TAFE SA Job reference: 635888
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Employment type: Term - 3 years – Full Time • Salary range: SAES Level 1
About TAFE SA
TAFE SA is South Australia's largest vocational education and training provider. TAFE SA delivers job-focused training across a range of industries, from entry-level certificates to diplomas and associate degrees, at locations across the state.
TAFE SA students benefit from practical, hands-on skills and experience, ensuring they graduate with a competitive edge and with the skills employers value. With TAFE SA's state-of-the-art facilities, flexible and online study options, students can access a range of training options that suit their needs.
About the Role
The Dean Teaching and Learning leads a state-wide team of Principal Lecturers and Academic Administrators to develop and deliver innovative training programs to meet the workforce needs of industry and community.
Reporting to the Executive Dean, Academic Development, you will collaborate closely with other Deans, the Chief Executive, TAFE SA Board, Corporate Directors and external stakeholders to deliver innovative, sustainable, and high-quality training programs.
Key responsibilities will include:
Provide leadership, authoritative advice and mentoring across TAFE SA on matters relating to quality teaching and learning practices, for optimum student experience. Lead and manage Teaching and Learning Specialists and lead broader networks of Principal Lecturers across Educational Units to ensure quality teaching and learning practice is embedded across TAFE SA. Lead and manage quality and self-assurance practices including the Quality Education System and facilitation of self-assurance workshops that support continuous improvement across Educational Units. Lead and manage the Product Development Team responsible for development of new training product aligned to organisational and government priorities. Lead and convene governance activities such as the Academic Integrity Reference Group, Principal Lecturer Network and the AI Taskforce. Lead, Establish and Maintain Educational Product Development Standards and Frameworks, including Digital Learning, Accessibility, Academic Progression, Quality assurance, Artificial Intelligence and guide risk management and continuous improvement in these areas. Lead Teaching and Learning reporting to governing committees including the TAFE SA Board, TAFE SA Executive Committee, Academic and Quality Committee, Academic Governance Committee and Higher Education Academic Board. TAFE SA invites applications from experienced leaders who are passionate about training & skills, and high-quality service provision. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package to attract and retain top talent.
Special Conditions
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check (NPC) and Working with Children Check (WWCC). Please refer to the role description for further conditions applicable for this role.
While all applications will be acknowledged, to be eligible for this role candidates who have the right to work in Australia will be considered. Please include relevant visa status documentation with your application.
Enquiries and Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online. For further information on how to apply for this position and to review the required application criteria, please refer to the linked application guidelines and attached Role Description. You will be taken through to TAFE SA's careers page to create a profile and finalise your application.
For a confidential discussion and to learn more about this exciting opportunity please contact Penny Johnston, Executive Dean, Academic Development , at
Inclusion and Flexibility Statement
At TAFE SA, we ensure our workplaces are safe, inclusive, supportive, and respectful. We do not accept discrimination, harassment, or violence of any kind. As an Equal Opportunity employer, we strongly encourage applications from First Nations people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ and people living with disability.
TAFE SA offers a range of work options to attract and retain great staff, including part-time. We support employees to manage their work-life balance at all stages of their lives. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Applications close: 21/11/2024 11:45 PM
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