AddressTeacher of Fashion Technology (Identified) - Paid to Learn
Ultimo Campus
Permanent Part-Time - working 21 hours per week
Package range: $100,936 - $119,706. Package includes salary of $89,730 - $106,416 (part time paid pro rata), employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
Applications close: Sunday 19 May 2024 at 11.55pm AEDT
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 shape 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 Focus, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work and inspire our performance.
About the role
We are seeking a world-class educator to inspire the next generation of Fashion Technology students by joining our team of teachers on a permanent part-time (21 hours per week/0.6 FTE) basis located at Ultimo Campus, with some travel to Petersham campus required.
In this role you will deliver educational programs and facilitate learning, enabling students to achieve their desired outcomes. Share your passion for building the perfect outfit through teaching students how to confidently use a sewing machine and sew pattern pieces for garment creation. Lead students through the principles and elements of Fashion Technology to build a strong foundation to continue their fashion journey.
To find out more about the role, please click to view the Position Description.
Essential requirements:
- Aboriginality
- Have appropriate subject knowledge, skills and vocational qualifications with a minimum level of Diploma of Applied Fashion Design & Merchandising, or Diploma of Apparel, Fashion & Textiles, Diploma of Live Production & Technical Services (Costume) or equivalent.
- Hold the TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or equivalent OR a willingness to undertake our full time 14 week ‘Paid to Learn’ course.
- Have a minimum of three (3) years post qualification experience in the garment production industry.
- Highly desirable: possess an Advanced Diploma in Fashion or above and experience in printing Indigenous textile designs.
- Demonstrated specialisation in one or more of the following: Pattern Making, Textiles, Sewing, Fashion Design, Digital Design (Adobe Creative Cloud), Digital Pattern Making (Lectra, Gerber or equivalent), 3D Digital Pattern Making, Marketing and eCommerce, Fashion Business, Merchandising/Buyer, Sustainable and Circularity, Supply Chain and Production, Millinery or Costume.
Applicants for this position must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, identify as being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, and be accepted in the community as such. An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants will be required to provide Confirmation of Aboriginality documentation with their application.
Paid to Learn: for candidates who do not hold the TAE40122 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 TAE qualification or equivalent are still eligible to apply.
For more information about this opportunity please check out the Frequently Asked Questions, or to attend one of our Virtual Yarn Sessions register your interest below:
Thursday 9th May 12-1pm Register here
Wednesday 15th May 6pm-7pm Register here
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.
For ongoing positions in TAFE NSW, we require one of the following:
- Australian Citizens
- Australian Permanent Residents
- NZ Citizens with current passport and valid working rights in Australia
Our commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment
With over 350 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Leadership group possessing over 240 years of expertise in the VET sector, we are committed to creating a culturally safe workplace where dignity, trust, respect, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are valued.
At TAFE NSW, you will have a sense of belonging and the opportunity to share your skills, stories, and passions and represent your communities and culture. We are proud of our Reconciliation Action Plan, and our Aboriginal Employment Strategy and are continually improving our services to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students.
To apply for this role, click on ‘apply now’ and provide:
- Your current resume (PDF)
- Certified copies of your qualifications (PDF)
- Portfolio of work (PDF)
- Confirmation of Aboriginality
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.
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.
General recruitment and/or adjustment enquiries: contact the Talent Acquisition Advisor, Rachael Honeysett via ***************@tafensw.edu.au or 7921 3369.
Role-specific enquiries: contact Nicola Paton, Head Teacher of Fashion Technology via *************@tafensw.edu.au or 7920 8541.
Aboriginal Candidate support: contact our Aboriginal Employment team via ***************@tafensw.edu.au or for any questions or support regarding our Confirmation of Aboriginality process.
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.
