Teacher of Horticulture

Tafe Nsw; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 98,000 - 117,000; Part time

Job summary

TAFE NSW is seeking an exceptional educator to teach Horticulture in a temporary part-time capacity (21 hours per week) through December 2027. The role involves delivering industry-aligned learning across practical and online settings, guiding students toward nationally recognised qualifications and future opportunities in landscape construction and related sectors.

The successful candidate will bring substantial industry experience, hold a relevant teaching qualification for VET, and

Qualifications

• Hold appropriate subject knowledge and skills, and at minimum hold a Certificate III in Horticulture and/or a Certificate III in Parks and Gardens (or higher)
• Have a minimum of three 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 trainer/assessor competence.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging, high-quality learning experiences that reflect contemporary horticultural practices and sustainable land management techniques
• Teach across diverse environments including face-to-face classrooms, practical facilities, nurseries, parks and gardens, landscapes and online learning
• Guide students to build practical skills, achieve nationally recognised qualifications, and progress toward rewarding careers in related horticulture sectors

Education

Certificate III in Horticulture

Certificate III in Parks and Gardens

Certificate III in Landscaping Construction

Job description

TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Teacher of Horticulture

Temporary Part-time (21 hours per week) until December 2027

$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 are seeking exceptional educators to inspire and shape the next generation of horticulture professionals. This is an opportunity to bring your industry expertise to life, guiding students as they build practical skills, achieve nationally recognised qualifications, and progress toward rewarding careers across landscape construction, parks and gardens, nursery production, arboriculture, turf management, environmental horticulture, grounds maintenance, and related sectors.

You will apply current, industry-aligned knowledge to design and deliver engaging, high-quality learning experiences that reflect contemporary horticultural practices, sustainable land and plant management techniques, and industry best practice. You will deliver training across a range of environments, including face-to-face classroom settings, practical training facilities, nurseries, parks and gardens, landscape and horticultural worksites, and online learning environments, ensuring students develop the practical skills and technical knowledge required to succeed in a diverse and evolving industry.

Please note, we anticipate the start date for this role to be in mid-January 2027.The successful candidate would need to be available to teach Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday during term.

About You

To be successful in the role, you will:

• Hold appropriate subject knowledge and skills, and at minimum hold a Certificate III in Horticulture and/or a Certificate III in Parks and Gardens (or higher)
• Hold a Certificate III in Landscaping Construction (desirable)
• Have a minimum of three 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.

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

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 below.

Additional Information

TAFE temporary teacher applications will be considered in order of priority. All eligible persons whether internal or external to TAFE NSW are able to apply, however a Temporary Teacher Priority Assessment will be undertaken for this role. More information can be foundhere.

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries:

contact David Galluccio, Talent Acquisition Advisor via email at ***************@tafensw.edu.au or phone [phone]***.

Role-specific enquiries:

contact Gabriele Harding, Team Leader of Agribusiness via email at ***************@tafensw.edu.au or phone [phone] ***.

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

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