Teacher of Nursing

TAFE NSW External; Shellharbour; On-site; AUD 98,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

TAFE NSW is seeking a temporary full-time Teacher of Nursing to deliver and assess training across the Certificate III in Health Services Assistance and Diploma of Nursing at Shellharbour and Moss Vale campuses. This role runs from January 2027 until May 2027, with travel between campuses as required.

You will support students to build practical skills and industry-ready capability, delivering educational programs and facilitating learning as a professional educator.

Qualifications

• Hold a Bachelor of Nursing (minimum) with a current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• 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).
• Be prepared to develop and maintain your VET knowledge and skills as well as your industry currency, and trainer/assessor competence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and assess training across the Certificate III in Health Services Assistance and Diploma of Nursing, supporting students to build practical skills and industry-ready capability.
• The role of the TAFE Teacher as a professional educator is to help, construct, guide and enhance the educative process.
• Deliver educational programs and facilitate learning, enabling students to achieve their best outcomes.

Job description

TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Teacher of Nursing

Shellharbour and Moss vale campus

Temporary full time until May 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 looking for an individual with current industry experience and knowledge in Nursing to join our team as a temporary full‑time Teacher from January 2027 until May 2027. This position is based at our Shellharbour and Moss Vale TAFE Campus and travel is required between the 2 campuses as per faculty requirements.

In this role, you will deliver and assess training across the Certificate III in Health Services Assistance and Diploma of Nursing, supporting students to build practical skills and industry‑ready capability.

The role of the TAFE Teacher as a professional educator is to help, construct, guide and enhance the educative process. The successful candidates in this role will deliver educational programs and facilitate learning, enabling students to achieve their best outcomes.

About You

You have the ambition and drive to succeed and mentor your students, passing on your experience and knowledge. You will also have the ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with stakeholders including industry and students.

We are looking for a passionate and engaged individual who meets the following Essential Requirements:

1. Hold a Bachelor of Nursing (minimum) with a current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
2. Have a minimum of three yearspost-qualification industry experience relevant to your qualifications, gained no longer than five years previously.
3. Hold evidence of the required teaching qualification to deliver Vocational Education and Training (VET). See the candidate support document here for details.
4. Be prepared to develop and maintain your VET knowledge and skills as well as your industry currency, and trainer/assessor competence.

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.

Together we can change lives!

Applications close: Sunday 25 October 2026 AEDT at 11.55pm

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 found here.

Role-specific enquiries

Contact Jacqui Longmore Acting Team Leader Health via email [e-mail]

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries

Contact Sarah Aitchison, Talent Acquisition Advisor via email [e-mail] or call 0435 078 206.

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.