Education Manager - Advanced Building Studies

TAFE SA
Job reference: 574605
Location: 5042 - TONSLEY
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

• Play a key leadership role in the future of trade training throughout S.A.
• State of the art facilities.
• Attractive salary packaging, leave provisions and professional development.

About Us:

TAFE SA is South Australia’s leading vocational educationand training (VET) institution that is committed to deliveringhigh-quality education and fostering academic excellence. With astrong dedication to providing a nurturing and innovative learningenvironment, we are seeking an experienced and dynamic EducationalManager to join our team.

About the Role

Join our dynamic team as the Educational Manager in AdvancedBuilding Studies and play a key role in shaping the future ofeducation at TAFE SA. Working closely with the Director of FutureIndustry and Trade, you will lead the development andimplementation of the academic framework, ensuring seamlessalignment with TAFE SA’s educational strategy and statutoryquality standards. You will lead a team of educators andcollaborate with other stakeholders to drive educationalinitiatives that empower our students to excel academically andpersonally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Envision and articulate a compelling future for TAFE SA, formulating clear goals, leading your team toward success through thoughtful decision making, effective communication and adaptability to changing circumstances.
• Human Resource Management: Ensure the implementation of appropriate human resource management policies, programs, and strategies to foster a productive and cooperative working environment.
• Future Focussed: Support with the design of learning programs for current and future knowledge and skills needs with flexibility to provide learning opportunities as needed. Support students and expert educators with up-to-date innovations in learning techniques and technologies.  
• Quality Assurance: Ensure the delivery of high-quality education by implementing assessment and evaluation strategies, monitoring academic progress, and addressing any issues promptly.
• Industry and Community Relations: Develop and enhance relationships with major industries, government agencies, and employer groups. Identify emerging trends and developments and communicate this information to appropriate stakeholders to position TAFE SA as leaders in learning.
• Equal Employment and Education Opportunity: Provide direction and leadership to ensure the principles or Equal Employment and Education opportunity, ethical practice, Cultural Diversity, and legislative requirements are known and applied by all stakeholders.

 To be considered for this role, it is desirablethat you have:

• Bachelor of Adult and Vocational Education.
• Proven experience in successfully leading a large team.
• Educational operations management experience.
• Strong knowledge of educational best practices and current trends.
• Excellent industry and government stakeholder partnering skills.
• Strong financial acumen, project management and strategic thinking experience.
• Trade or relevant professional qualifications and experience.
• Highly refined interpersonal and communication skills at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement educational strategies.

Benefits:

• Attractive salary packaging and employee benefits.
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to quality ongoing professional development.
• A friendly and supportive workplace where you will work alongside likeminded people who make a difference.
• An organisation that embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• Access to state-of-the-art educational resources.
• Workplace flexibility and the opportunity to work at various locations.

Special Conditions
The successful applicant is required to demonstrate having a validWorking With Children Check (WWCC) prior to being employed.Applicants who do not hold a WWCC will need to apply at Departmentof Human Services (DHS). 

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online. If you are apassionate and forward-thinking educational leader who is ready tomake a significant impact on the lives of students, we encourageyou to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letteroutlining your qualifications and vision for educational leadershipat TAFE SA. For information on how to apply for this position,please refer to the attached Application Guidelines ApplicationGuidelines EM.pdf and Role Descriptor RDEducational Manager - EMB - August 2023 (3).pdf

Inclusion and Flexibility Statement
At TAFESA, we ensure our workplaces are safe, inclusive, supportive andrespectful.  We do not accept discrimination, harassment, orviolence of any kind.  As an Equal Opportunity employer, westrongly encourage applications from First Nations people, peoplefrom culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds,LGBTIQA+ and people and people living with disability.

TAFE SA offers a range of work options to attract and retaingreat staff, including part-time. We support employees to managetheir work-life balance at all stages of their lives. Applicantsare encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements forthis role.  

Enquiries
Kathleen Drew, Director FutureIndustry and Trade 
*************@tafesa.edu.au

Applications close: 08/02/2024 11:45 PM

Attachments:
- Application Guidelines EM.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- RD Educational Manager - EMB - August 2023 (4).pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.