Teacher of Electrical Trades - Paid to Learn

Tafe Nsw; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 98,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

TAFE NSW Wyong Campus is seeking a dynamic Electrical Trades educator for a permanent full-time role, with a Paid to Learn pathway for eligible applicants.

The role delivers Vocational Education and Training in Electrical Trades, supporting students to become industry-ready.

Essential: Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician, NSW Electrical License, and teaching qualifications if available; five years post-qualification experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Subject knowledge and vocational qualifications: Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or equivalent.
• Evidence of appropriate teaching qualifications to deliver Vocational Education and Training (VET) or willingness to undertake Paid to Learn.
• Minimum of five years post-qualification experience relevant to the electrical trades.
• Must hold NSW Electrical License (Endorsed Contractor/Qualified Supervisor) before teaching starts.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and teach the next generation of Electrical Trades students.
• Deliver Vocational Education and Training to a diverse cohort at Wyong Campus.
• Support student learning through training, assessments, and industry-aligned activities.

Skills

Teaching passion

Industry experience

Student support

Education

Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician

NSW Electrical License (Fair Trading)

VET teaching qualifications (desirable)

Job description

Teacher of Electrical Trades - Paid to Learn

Permanent full-time

$111,798 - $132,585 Salary Package: includes salary range $98,499 to $116,813 per annum plus employer's superannuation and annual leave loading (salary offered will be based on experience).

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 transform 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 First, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work and inspire our performance.

About the role

We’re seeking world-class educators to inspire the next generation of Electrical Trades students by joining our team of teachers on a permanent full-time basis located at Wyong 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 and ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and a variety of flexible working options.

• Have appropriate subject knowledge, skills and vocational qualifications with a minimum level of Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or equivalent.
• Evidence of holding the appropriate teaching qualifications to deliver Vocational Education and Training (see the candidate support document (here) for details) OR a willingness to undertake our full-time 14 week 'Paid to Learn' course.
• Have a minimum of five (5) years post qualification experience relevant to your industry, gained no longer than five (5) years previously.
• Must hold an appropriate Electrical License issued by NSW Fair Trading (Endorsed Contractor Certificate or Qualified Supervisor Certificate*)

*Candidates holding an electrical licence issued outside of NSW are encouraged to apply. However, holding an Electrical License issued by NSW Fair Trading is a requirement for this role, and the successful candidate must present a current NSW license prior to commencement of teaching duties.

Highly regarded but not essential:

Qualifications in telecommunications

Paid to Learn

for candidates who do not hold an appropriate VET teaching qualification 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 appropriate teaching qualification or equivalent are still eligible to apply.

• Your current resume (PDF)
• Certified copies of your qualifications plus licences (upload as one PDF file). Certified copied preferred; these will be required if successful for the role

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

TAFE NSW is committed to building a culturally safe and inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed above.

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.

To be eligible for positions at TAFE NSW, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

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.