Vocational Education Teacher

Mater Health Services; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organisation is seeking an Educator for their Townsville campus. This role involves delivering educational programs in nursing while ensuring excellent student outcomes. The ideal candidate will be a Registered Nurse with a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and a passion for training the next generation. Flexible hours are available, and the role supports various educational environments.

Benefits

Generous salary packaging options

Access to professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted private health insurance

Access to discounted gyms

Discounted on-site parking

Reduced prices at campus cafés

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Demonstrated understanding of the Vocational Education and Training sector.
• Ability to effectively manage student interactions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and assess education and training within the Registered Training Organisation.
• Support students in classroom and online environments.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Registered Nurse experience

Understanding of VET sector

Conflict resolution skills

Team collaboration

Education

Current Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE)

Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse

Job description

Apply now Job no: 504019
Work type: Permanent
Location: Townsville
Categories: Education & Training

About the role

Bring your passion for education to Mater Education. Come and join Australia’s only hospital-based Registered Training Organisation and contribute to Mater’s century-long tradition of developing new generations of healthcare workers. Mater Education is looking for an Educator to join the team in Townsville. Supporting our Diploma of Nursing, this role is based at the Mater Private Hospital Townsville campus.

Permanent, full-time / part-time casual positions available.

Permanent, full-time / part-time casual positions available.

The RTO Educator will deliver and assess education and training within the Registered Training Organisation. You will be responsible for student management and accountable for ensuring excellence in educational outcomes for students within the organisation aligned to our mission and values.

You will support students within the classroom, simulated labs, workplace 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.
• Learn how to design, develop, implement and evaluate teaching and learning resources, 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.
• Assist in delivery of certificate programs on campus which may include school-based students. Students attend one day a week to undertake a certificate qualification at Mater Education.
• Contribute to a number of Vocational Education Training in Schools (VETiS) cohorts at various locations including local schools within the Townsville region.
• Develop effective working relationships with students, client groups and staff by participating in team meetings, 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.
• Manage assessment of student competence throughout the course, providing sufficient constructive feedback to promote positive outcomes
• 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.
• Attend and contribute to team meetings, open days, expos and information sessions as required
• Undertake general administration duties including marking, monitoring of student attendance and progression, facilitating access to educational support and providing effective feedback and advice.
• Student management within portfolio

About you

To be considered for this role, successful applicants will have:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse
• Demonstrated understanding of the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector and experience working within an RTO environment
• Detailed understanding of the relevant profession and accreditation requirements
• Ability to effectively manage and apply key conflict resolution skills in the student environment
• Enthusiastic and engaging individual who is highly knowledgeable in the relevant industry
• Strong adherence and acknowledgment of Policies and Procedures and industry requirements
• Ability to work well with peer educators and as part of a team

Qualifications and Experience

• Current Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE)
• Valid Working with Children Card (BlueCard) or eligible to apply for Blue Card
• Current Drivers Licence
• Registration with Australian Health Practitioners Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare , education , fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

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Applications close on Sunday the 30th of November 2025. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.

Advertised: 18 Nov 2025 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 30 Nov 2025 E. Australia Standard Time