Teacher of General Education

TAFE NSW External; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 112,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

TAFE NSW is hiring a Teacher of General Education at Gymea Campus on a permanent full-time basis. The role focuses on delivering General Education, mentoring a diverse student body, and aligning with VET teaching requirements.

The successful candidate will adapt delivery to varied linguistic and cultural backgrounds, collaborate with teaching teams, and contribute to building student skills for future opportunities within the 18‑month talent pool window.

Qualifications

• Hold appropriate subject knowledge and skills, and at minimum hold a Qualification of the below.
• Have a minimum of three (3) years post‑qualification industry experience relevant to your qualifications, gained no longer than five years previously.
• Hold evidence of the required teaching qualification to deliver Vocational Education and Training (VET). See the candidate support document here for details.
• Be prepared to develop and maintain your VET knowledge and skills as well as your industry currency, and trainer/assessor competence.

Responsibilities

• Inspire the next generation of General Education students and support diverse learners.
• Adapt your facilitation style to meet students’ needs and deliver in a clear, concise manner.
• Collaborate within a dynamic teaching team and build your students’ skills.
• A talent pool may be created for future permanent or temporary vacancies.

Education

Degree with at least one unit of study in subject areas

Any degree and postgraduate study in subject areas

Diploma in Humanities/English/Mathematics

Job description

TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Teacher of General Education

Gymea Campus

Permanent Full Time Opportunity

$111,798 – $132,585 salary package - includes base salary ($98,499 – $116,813), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

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.

We invest in our people

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.

About the role

We’re seeking world‑class educators to inspire the next generation of General Education students!

You enjoy sharing your passion for General Education and thrive on supporting and mentoring a diverse group of students with various linguistic and cultural backgrounds. You can also adapt your facilitation style to meet your students’ needs and deliver in a clear concise manner. You have demonstrated ability to collaborate within a dynamic teaching team and are committed to building the skills of your students.

A talent pool will be created from this advertisement for any permanent or temporary positions that become available in the next 18 months.

About You

To be successful in the role, you will:

1. Hold appropriate subject knowledge and skills, and at minimum hold a Qualification of the below:

• a degree with at least one unit of study in one or more of the subject areas listed below OR

• any degree and postgraduate study in one or more of the subject areas listed below OR

• a diploma qualification in one or more of the subject areas listed – Humanities, English or Mathematics

1. Have a minimum of three (3) years post‑qualification industry experience relevant to your qualifications, gained no longer than five years previously.

1. Hold evidence of the required teaching qualification to deliver Vocational Education and Training (VET). See the candidate support document here for details.

1. Be prepared to develop and maintain your VET knowledge and skills as well as your industry currency, and trainer/assessor competence.

To find out more about the role, click to view the Role Description.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culturally safe and accessible workplace where dignity, trust, respect, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are valued,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.

Applications close AEDT 11:55pm Wednesday 4th November 2026

Additional Information:

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries:contact Peta Handley, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email [e-mail]

Role-specific enquiries: contact Alison Armstrong, Team Leader of Educational Pathways, via email at [e-mail] or Jane Maughan Cheney, Head Teacher Education Pathways, via email at [e-mail].

For support with preparing your application and understanding the recruitment process, visit our Application Process page, and explore the helpful resources available through I Work for NSW.

Interested in becoming a TAFE NSW Teacher and inspiring the next generation of students but don’t yet hold a TAE qualification? Speak with your Talent Acquisition Advisor about pathways to teaching or register your interest here.

This is a child-related position. Successful candidates must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing. TAFE NSW will also conduct an Australian National Criminal Record Check on the preferred applicant as part of the pre‑employment process.

To be eligible for a position at TAFE NSW, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

A talent pool, valid for 18months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.