Health Educator (Tamworth)

UNE Partnerships. RTO 6754.; Tamworth; Hybrid; AUD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

Hybrid flexibility

Four weeks annual leave (FTE)

Job summary

UNE Partnerships, based in Tamworth, is recruiting a Health Educator to deliver nationally recognised health qualifications to regional students through a hybrid mix of in-person and online learning. The role combines clinical knowledge with mentorship, enabling students to complete certificates and transition into practical placements.

The successful candidate will bring Nursing or Primary Health experience, hold or be working towards TAE40122, and maintain AHPRA registration, WWCC, and a

Qualifications

• Trainer credentials: completing TAE40122 or equivalent, proof by Feb 2027
• Vocational or tertiary qualification in Nursing or Primary Health, plus healthcare industry experience
• WWCC (Working With Children Check) required at commencement

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging health training using a mix of face-to-face and online learning modalities
• Assess student work and provide clear, meaningful feedback to achieve student competency
• Mentor and support students to stay on track, overcome barriers and complete their studies
• Support and empower students as they step out of the classroom and into their critical work placements
• Build and maintain strong relationships with schools, host employers and community organisations across the region

Skills

Health industry know-how

Education/training experience

Mentoring

Relationship building

Education

Nursing or Primary Health qualification

TAE40122 or equivalent

AHPRA registration

Tools

Moodle

MS Teams

Job description

Inspire The Next Generation of Regional Health Workers

Are you a nurse or health professional who enjoys teaching, mentoring and making a lasting difference in your community? Start 2027 with a role that combines clinical knowledge, community impact and real flexibility.

The Opportunity

Based in Tamworth, UNE Partnerships are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Health Educator to join our growing VET in Schools (EVET) team.

In this impactful role, you'll deliver training nationally recognised health qualifications to students across the region, including our:

• HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assistance in Nursing), and
• HLT33021 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance, being completed by Year 11 and 12 students as part of their HSC studies.

Your delivery will blend theory with hands‑on practice through weekly in‑person classroom sessions, online webinars and term‑based regional roadshows.

This is a genuinely unique opportunity to use your health expertise to shape the next generation of healthcare workers while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work model.

What you’ll do

• Deliver engaging health training using a mix of face‑to‑face and online learning modalities
• Assess student work and provide clear, meaningful feedback to achieve student competency
• Mentor and support students to stay on track, overcome barriers and complete their studies
• Support and empower students as they step out of the classroom and into their critical work placements
• Build and maintain strong relationships with schools, host employers and community organisations across the region

About you

You’ll bring health industry expertise and a genuine passion for education and community impact. You may come from nursing, with a background working in general practice, aged care, primary health or another related setting — what matters most is your ability to connect with learners and bring your professional experience into the classroom.

Essential requirements

• Trainer Credentials: You have completed or is actively working towards completing your TAE40122 (or equivalent higher Adult/Vocational Education qual). Successful candidates must provide proof of completion by February 2027.
• Relevant Expertise: Vocational or tertiary qualification in Nursing or Primary Health discipline, plus industry experience in a healthcare setting
• Current AHPRA registration
• Demonstrated understanding of the role that culture, identity, family and community play in supporting student outcomes
• Valid NSW Driver's Licence, with the ability to travel to schools and workshop locations as required
• Advanced First Aid & CPR, current at time of commencement in February 2027
• Working With Children Check (WWCC)

Highly valued

• Experience delivering and assessing VET programs face-to-face and online
• Confidence using Moodle and MS Teams

UNE Partnerships is committed to engaging a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive learning environment for students from all backgrounds and ability levels. While this is not an identified position, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why join us?

• Permanent role commencing mid-January 2027.
• Hybrid flexibility: Part time (4 days per week) with the option to negotiate full time — work from home when you aren’t working on‑site
• Competitive package: $90,000 base FTE + Motor Vehicle Allowance + Super
• Regional impact: help build the local health workforce and create pathways for students close to home
• Time to recharge: four weeks of annual leave (FTE), plus a Christmas shutdown and the option to purchase additional leave
• Commitment to wellbeing: We care about your whole self — at work and beyond. Access confidential counselling through our EAP, mental health resources, and practical life
• Professional development: Work within a supportive team that fosters creativity, innovation and opportunities to grow and stay ahead in the industry, including emerging technology and AI integration

Proudly part of the University of New England (UNE) family, UNE Partnerships is a leading Registered Training Organisation (RTO 6754) delivering in‑person and online vocational education to students and organisations across Australia. We are deeply committed to our local communities across the New England North West — building local workforce capacity, creating real pathways into the health sector, and supporting the long‑term sustainability of healthcare in regional NSW.

Applications close: Wednesday 11th November 2026

Applicants may be contacted for interview ahead of the closing date.