TAFE Queensland is proud to be the largest and most experienced Vocational Education and Training provider in the State. For more than 140 years, TAFE Queensland has delivered practical and industry-relevant training to provide students with the skills and experience they need to build lifelong careers. We have recently been named State Winner of the 2023 Large Training Provider of the Year at the prestigious Queensland Training Awards and the Australian Training Awards. Our training is delivered to students and apprentices on-site, online, in the workplace, or on-campus to give people the skills they need to enrich their communities, support their industries, and strengthen their local economies.
By working at TAFE Queensland, you can be a part of a highly experienced workforce closely connected with their industries and dedicated to delivering best practices and innovative training.
In TAFE Queensland, North region, we have a strong focus on workplace culture and we value employee collaboration, strong leadership and high performing teams. We believe that every employee has a role to play in "making great happen" through the embodiment of the following core values and behaviours in all that we do:
Safety First Focusing on our customer Taking responsibility Showing initiative Working together Are you looking for a career that is challenging but also rewarding? Do you have a passion for your industry, recent industry experience and industry qualifications? Have you considered sharing your knowledge and skills with future industry experts?
As a TAFE Teacher you will have the opportunity to impart your extensive industry knowledge and experience to students using a variety of delivery methods including in the classroom, online, and workplace. You will also enjoy the satisfaction of giving students from diverse backgrounds the skills they need to succeed at work and in their future.
The Role We have an exciting temporary full-time position available to join our Educational Delivery team in the English Language and Foundation Studies faculty at TAFE Queensland's Cairns Campus.
As a TAFE Teacher in Literacy, Language and Numeracy, you have the opportunity to influence the careers of future industry persons by sharing your extensive industry knowledge to students in a classroom or other educational setting.
This position reports to the Educational Team Leader and Business Manager.
The salary range for a TAFE Teacher is $86,564 - $113,971 (gross) per annum, depending on educational qualifications held and teaching experience.
Four (4) weeks recreation leave (accrued annually) Five (5) weeks Non-Attendance Time programmed annually for preparation Paid overtime arrangements may be available, according to operational requirements, with generous compensation Flexible work options (e.g. Purchased leave, compressed hours, telecommuting) 12.75% Superannuation and Salary packaging options available Professional development, study assistance and support to return to industry for currency and competency purposes Wellbeing initiatives and social responsibility programs Access to Employee Assistance Program Access to private health corporate plans and corporate discounts (e.g. Fitness Passport, Apple products, Dell products, Lenovo products) Comprehensive Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) support options Work at Home Software (e.g. Adobe and Microsoft software) Employee discounts or deals related to work-at-home software, Apple products, Dell products, Lenovo products, fitness passports, and private health insurance. Annual staff recognition awards and years of service recognition Pride Network for LGBTQIA+ employees and allies White Ribbon Australia Accredited Workplace Free car parking Mandatory Requirements Applicants must possess an Undergraduate degree of at least three years duration awarded by an Australian university or tertiary institution, or its onshore or overseas equivalent (recognised in Australia), and the following:
current industry skills directly relevant to the training and assessment being provided; current knowledge and skills in vocational training and learning that informs the training and assessment provided; evidence of undertaking professional development in the fields of the knowledge and practice of vocational training, learning and assessment including competency-based training and assessment; Additionally, to become a TAFE Teacher, you must hold one of the following training and assessment credentials:
TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or its successor; or TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment; or TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment; plus: TAELLN411 or its successor or TAELLN401A; and TAEASS502 or its successor or TAEASS502A or TAEASS502B; or A credential issued by a higher education provider which would enable the individual to satisfy the academic requirements for registration as a secondary school teacher and one (1) of the following credentials: TAESS00024 VET Delivered to School Students Teacher Enhancement Skill Set or its successor, or TAESS00019 Assessor Skill Set or its successor; or TAESS00011 Assessor Skill Set; or A diploma or higher-level qualification in adult or vocational education Note: Proof of qualifications and industry currency/experience to be provided at interview.
Not sure if you are qualified or experienced enough? Please note applicants need not necessarily possess teaching experience, as the right candidate may be trained and developed through coaching, mentoring and partnering. Importance is placed on possession of the appropriate qualifications, industry experience and the right attitude.
For more information about how we could support you in your journey to becoming a TAFE Teacher, please read about our Foundation Educator program on the TAFE Queensland website.
Highly Desirable Candidates who possess the following will be highly regarded:
Post graduate TESOL qualification in adult education or equivalent (recognised in Australia). How to apply If you're interested in this role, click the 'Apply' button to submit your application via the TAFE Queensland Recruitment Portal. When submitting your application, please ensure you provide the following:
A detailed resume; A cover letter that outlines your known skills, abilities, knowledge and experience in response to the "How you will be assessed" criteria above (maximum of 2 pages in total); and The contact details for two referees (one of whom is your current supervisor) Closing date: 26 June 2024
Job Reference Number: TQ2024-631
For further information, please contact:
Janice Langley, Educational Team Leader - English Language and Foundation Studies
0403 697 403 or ******
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