Teacher Of Maritime (Aboriginal Targeted) - Paid To Learn

Teacher of Maritime (Aboriginal Targeted) - Paid to Learn

Campus location: Ultimo

Permanent part-time (working 17.5 hours per week)

Package range: $100,936 - $119,706. Package includes salary of $89,730 - $106,416 per annum paid pro rata, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Applications close: Sunday 19 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

In this role you will deliver educational programs and facilitate learning, enabling students to achieve their desired outcomes. Turn your passion for boats into a rewarding career in the vibrant world of marine vessel services.

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 a minimum level of both of the following, or equivalent:
  • Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45m)
  • Certificate III in Marine Engineering (MED 2) Near Coastal Operations
• Must hold an Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) recognised Certificate of Competence to the level or above the level that the qualification, a relevant seafarer certificate, as master, engineering or deck officer issued under the Navigation Act 2012.
• 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 relevant to your industry.

Highly Desirable:

• A higher-level qualification such as a Diploma of Maritime Operations or Engineering
• Previous experience in the offshore industry and/or working on tugs

This is a targeted recruitment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders in accordance with Rule 26 of the Government Sector Employment (General) Rules 2014 - Employment of eligible persons. As such, preference will be given to candidates who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.  If no suitable candidate is found, other applications may also be considered. Aboriginal candidates selected for an interview 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.

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.

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)
• Response to one (1) targeted question when prompted in the application form (max 300 words)
• Confirmation of Aboriginality

Targeted Question:      

1. A role of a teacher is to focus on increasing student engagement and improving customer service. 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.

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, Rachel Connolly, ***************@tafensw.edu.au, 02 7921 881

Role-specific enquiries: contact Mario Murzello, Head Teacher maritime & Marine Engineering, **************@tafensw.edu.au

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.