Teacher, Individual Support

Queensland Government; Sharon; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

TAFE Queensland is seeking a Temporary, Full-Time Teacher, Individual Support Disability based in Bundaberg. You will deliver quality learning, assessment and support across classroom, workplace and online environments while maintaining a student-centred approach.

The role requires current vocational competencies, relevant training and assessment credentials, and a strong focus on professional development and currency in industry practices.

Qualifications

• Vocational competencies at least to the level being delivered and assessed; Certificate IV Disability or Diploma qualification
• Possession of one of the following training and assessment credentials: TAE40122/TAE40116/TAE40110/TAE50122/TAE50111/TAE50116/TAE50211/TAE50216 or a secondary teaching qualification with TAESS/Assessor Skill Set or higher-level qualification
• Current industry skills directly relevant to the training and assessment being provided
• Current knowledge and skills in vocational training and learning that informs the training and assessment provided
• Evidence of undertaking professional development in vocational training, learning and assessment including competency-based approaches

Responsibilities

• Display teaching competence and a commitment to a student-centred approach.
• Lead and manage effective teaching and learning within classroom, workplace, simulated and online environments with a focus on student engagement and progression.
• Utilise flexible, blended and inclusive learning techniques to meet various student cohorts, including commencing students and those with priority needs.
• Design, develop and implement assessment tools and processes that meet industry skills standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities to enhance the quality of training and assessment provided to students.
• Develop effective working relationships with students and staff through meetings, industry reference groups and feedback loops.

Job description

About TAFE QueenslandTAFE Queensland is proud to be the largest and most experienced Vocational Education and Training provider in the State, with a history of serving Queensland communities for more than 140 years.At TAFE Queensland, we hold true to our values and keep our customers at the centre of everything we do. By living these values, we continue to strengthen TAFE Queensland's reputation as a leading provider of high-quality education and training. Our people are recognised for demonstrating these values in their everyday work.Your OpportunityAs the Teacher, Individual Support Disability you will contribute to developing and delivering quality learning, teaching and assessment to a wide range of students through:Outcome focussed vocational education and training (VET) programs.Linking with industry, schools, universities, communities, other TAFE and VET providers.Maintaining currency with industry practices, workplace delivery and contemporary teaching methodologies and philosophies.Working in an environment of ongoing change and continuous improvement.This position reports to the Educational Operations Manager.This is a Temporary, Full-Time opportunity for 12 months unless otherwise determined.This position is based in Bundaberg, however you may be required to perform work at other TAFE Queensland campuses.Key ResponsibilitiesDisplay teaching competence and a commitment to a student-centred approach.Lead and manage effective teaching and learning within classroom, workplace, simulated and online learning environments with a focus on student engagement, progression and success.Utilise flexible, blended and inclusive learning techniques, options and products which are responsive to various student cohorts, including commencing students and those with priority needs.Design, develop and implement assessment tools and processes that meet industry skills standards (i.e. endorsed components from National Training Packages).Participate in continuous improvement activities to enhance the quality of training and assessment provided to students.Develop effective working relationships with students, client groups and staff by participating in team meetings, industry reference groups, student events and forums, inviting feedback and engaging in reflection.Ensure that students adopt and practise accepted safety procedures and sustainability in the learning and assessment environment.Contribute to planning, design, development, implementation and review of educational programs.Participate in relevant professional learning activities to develop and maintain currency of personal and professional skills, knowledge and attitudes for both industry and learning, teaching and assessment.Undertake general administration duties including monitoring of student attendance and progression, facilitating access to educational support and providing effective feedback and advice.Contribute to the success of transformation and cultural change through promoting and modelling the values of Safety First, Working Together, Focusing on our Customer, Taking Responsibility and Showing Initiative.How you will be assessedThe ideal applicant will be someone who has the following key capabilities:Possess skills and knowledge of national training packages and accredited courses to support competency development and the ability to respond positively to industry and individual needs.Demonstrate capacity for best practice in the management of teaching and learning activities including the development of industry relevant, flexible, innovative, technology enhanced learning options, training products and solutions.Demonstrate capacity for initiative, self-management, teamwork and sustainable practice, with the ability to accept, promote and manage change through the use of well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.Demonstrate commitment to self-development with the focus on maintaining skills contemporary industry and teaching practices and the use of educational technologies and Learning Management Systems to support learning.Possess sound knowledge of safe, equitable and anti-discriminatory work practices and demonstrate ability to be flexible, inclusive, responsive and deliver quality student experience.Mandatory Qualifications/Requirementsa. Vocational competencies at least to the level being delivered and assessed;Certificate IV Disability or Diploma qualificationb. Possession of one of the following training and assessment credentials:TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or its successor; orTAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment; orTAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment; orTAE50122 Diploma of Vocational Education and Training or its successor; orTAE50111 or TAE50116 Diploma of Vocational Education and Training; orTAE50211 or TAE50216 Diploma of Training Design and Development; orA secondary teaching qualification and one (1) of the following credentials:TAESS00024 VET Delivered to School Students Teacher Enhancement Skill Set or its successor; orTAESS00011 or TAESS00019 Assessor Skill Set or its successor; orA higher-level qualification in adult or vocational education (approved by TAFE Queensland).c. Current industry skills directly relevant to the training and assessment being provided;d. Current knowledge and skills in vocational training and learning that informs the training and assessment provided;e. Evidence of undertaking professional development in the fields of the knowledge and practice of vocational training, learning and assessment including competency-based training and assessment.Note: Proof of qualifications and industry currency/experience to be provided at interview.Highly Desirable RequirementsHigh level of digital literacy skills across various platforms (online Learning Management Systems).How to applyIf you're interested in this role, click the 'Apply' button to submit your application via the TAFE Queensland Recruitment Portal. When submitting your application, please ensure you provide the following:A detailed resume including the contact details for two referees (one of whom is your current supervisor); andA cover letter (maximum 2 pages) that outlines your experience, skills and abilities and responds to the 'How you will be assessed' criteria.Closing date: 4:00PM, Friday 6 November 2026.Job Reference Number: TQ2026-1074For further information, please contact:Joanne Dewey, Educational Operations [e-mail] work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.