AddressTeacher of Literacy and Numeracy - Paid to Learn
Campus location: TAFE Digital at Strathfield
Permanent full-time
Package range: $100,936 - $119,706. Package includes salary of $89,730 - $106,416 per annum, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
Applications close: Sunday 19th May 2024 at 11.55pm AEST
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 Literacy and Numeracy students by joining our team of teachers on a permanent full-time basis located within the TAFE Digital Team at Strathfield Campus.
At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.
We provide you with tools, ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and depending on your role, a 35-hour working week with a variety of flexible working options.
To find out more about the role, please click to view the Position Description.
Essential requirements:
- Have appropriate subject knowledge, skills and vocational qualifications with one of the following:
- A recognised* Bachelor degree (AQF 7) in education, with an LLND focus OR
- A recognised* postgraduate qualification (AQF 8 or higher) in LLND OR
- A Qualification at AQF5 (or above) and relevant experience in an LLND area
Note: successful applicants coming in under #3 must complete Adult Literacy and Numeracy Teaching (ALaNT) + TAELLN skillset (TAESS00026 or predecessor) within 18 months of engagement*. (*ALaNT expected to be available from T2, 2024.)”
* From an accredited Australian Higher Education Institution, or a qualification recognised as equivalent to the stated AQF level or higher by the Australian Government Country Education Profiles (CEPs) tool
- 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 one (1) year post qualification experience relevant to your discipline.
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 or to attend one of our drop-in sessions, please check out the Frequently Asked Questions.
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
To apply for this role, click on ‘apply now’ and provide:
- Your current resume (PDF)
- Certified copies of your qualifications (PDF) – please include the following:
- Testamur/Certificate and
- Transcript
- Response to one (1) targeted question when prompted in the application form (max 300 words)
Targeted Question: A role of a teacher is to focus on increasing student engagement to ensure student progression and completion. One aspect is providing support to students to carry out tasks and help them understand their learning materials by explaining ideas in a clear and concise manner. Please provide an example of where you have proactively supported a student or colleague and encouraged their ongoing engagement and motivation to complete a task or activities in an online environment.
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, Sarah Willmott, via email: **************@tafensw.edu.au or (02) 7920 3***
Role-specific enquiries: contact Kimberly O’Keefe, Head Teacher General Education, via email: ***************@tafensw.edu.au or (02) 7920 3***
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.
