Teacher - First Aid

Selling points

• Casual Position
• Warrnambool Campus
• $54.65 - 86.86 per hour, (dependent on qualifications and experience) plus superannuation

Short Description
Deliver industry-led First Aid & CPR training. Enjoy the satisfaction of giving students the skills they need for in-demand jobs, now & in the future

Salary
$54.65 - 86.86 per hour, (dependent on qualifications and experience) plus superannuation

TAFE teachers are accountable for the delivery of quality education, training and fee for service programs in accordance with the vocational education and training standards detailed in the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) 2007.

This position encompasses all facets of the learning process from course enquiry and advice to assessing and determining the training requirements of the organisation’s clients. The work requires management of the learning process for students using a variety of TAFE teaching strategies to train and assess learners.

This position may require flexibility in work hours and travel around SWTAFE Victoria in order to deliver training across campus and to a range of industry groups.

The must haves
Mandatory requirements

• Must hold HLTAID003 Provide First Aid issued within the past 3 years and HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation issued within the past 12 months or higher level First Aid Qualifications
• An AQF4 vocational teaching qualification - for example, Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40116
• Employee Victorian Working with Children and satisfactory Police Check

Highly desirable requirements

• An approved course of teacher training accredited at Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 5 or Level 6 or above with:
• Studies in adult learning methodology
• Studies in teaching in a Vocational Education environment
• Studies in Applied Research (linked to the Boyer framework of scholarship)
• 200 hours of supervised practicum
• and with significant teaching experience and a minimum 2 years relevant vocational experience
• An approved degree, diploma or certificate in health or a health-related area, relevant industry experience and the ability to demonstrate currency in First Aid related competencies
• Substantial experience using Microsoft Office products and relevant industry software and programs

About us
South West TAFE is an education hub with a difference offering practical and inspiring teaching that prepares students for in-demand jobs now and into the future.

Our focus is on delivering courses that give our graduates the skills they need to thrive in their chosen careers.

We offer over 150 nationally-recognised qualifications and short courses, and all are delivered by people with practical experience and backed by strong industry connections.

We have 5 main campuses spread across the thriving South West Victoria region. They are located at Warrnambool, Hamilton, Portland, Colac and Sherwood Park and deliver a wide variety of vocational courses to over 6,000 students every year.

What we can offer you

• Priority applications to a Warrnambool council-run day care facility
• Fun social club with health and wellbeing activities
• Employee recognition program
• Continuous opportunities for tailored learning and development
• Accessible Employee Assistance Program including an easy to navigate app

Any Questions? Please contact:
Karen Richards – Head of Health & Community Services
☎ 0466 370 ***
✉ **************@swtafe.edu.au

A full position description is available from the Careers at SWTAFE webpage.

Applications close: Thursday, 2 May 2024

Successful applicants will require a Working with Children Check and a National Police Record Check.

How to apply
If this role resonates with you and you have the necessary skills and experience, then we would love to hear from you.

To apply for the role, please click ‘Apply for this job’ and provide a copy of your current resume and cover letter, which addresses the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.

Don’t forget that you can utilise the SEEK website for great advice and resources, from resume writing through to interview tips.

South West TAFE is a child safe and equal opportunity employer; fostering a fair, safe and inclusive environment and embraces all forms of diversity.

We strongly encourage applications from people with a variety of attributes, including but not limited to:

• A person with a disability
• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• Culturally and linguistically diverse
• LGBTIQA+