• Work as a casual TAFE Teacher with supportive world-class teachers.
• Campus locations are Gosford, Kurri Kurri and Taree.
• Flexible hours with an attractive rate of pay $84.69 an hour.

TAFE NSW has over 500,000 annual enrolments and sets the benchmark for quality education in Australia.  Join our innovative, dynamic organisation while we embark on a once in a generation evolution to modernise, upskill and digitally transform into a world-class education provider.

 

ABOUT THE ROLE

TAFE NSW are seeking Part Time Casual Teachers of Animal Studies to work in the Animal Care and Management teaching section.  The role is responsible for a range of activities, which supports learners, and enhances the student learning experience.  As a professional educator you will skill the workforce of tomorrow by constructing and guiding the educative process.  In the role, you will deliver face-to-face educational programs and facilitate practical learning, enabling students to achieve their desired outcomes.

This position is casual and has a pay rate of $84.69 per hour.  For full details about the position please review the Position Description and Information Pack.

 

ABOUT YOU

To succeed in the role, you are passionate about sharing your knowledge and industry experience to ensure that your students are set up for success.  You will be committed to keeping industry relevant and current to ensure your students are prepared to meet the demands of this engaging industry. You have demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with stakeholders including colleagues, industry, and students.  You are self-driven and disciplined individual, who can manage high workloads and competing demands within a dynamic and flexible work environment.

To be successful in this role you must:

1. Have appropriate subject knowledge with a commitment to maintain technical industry currency in any discipline, and skills and vocational qualifications, such as the below mentioned, equivalent or higher:
   1. A Certificate III in Captive Animals; and/or
   2. A Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.
2. Hold the TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, or the TAE40110 qualification with the required additional upgrade units, or higher-level qualification in adult education.
3. Have a minimum of three (3) years post-qualification experience in the animal care industry relevant to your qualifications, gained no later than the previous five years.  With the ability to understand the content of the learning materials and the processes used in the discipline.

 

HOW TO APPLY

To apply please click the apply button.  To support your application please provide:

• An updated resume, outlining how you meet the specific requirements of the position.
• Certified copies of your teaching and vocational qualifications.
• Your responses to the targeted questions.
• Contact details for two referees.
• Participate in a trades test, comprising both theory and practical assessments.

Closing date: Thursday 14 April at 11:59pm

 

Role Specific Enquiries
Celia Thomson
Head Teacher Animal Care and Management
0412 559 273
celia.thomson@tafensw.edu.au

 

Application Specific Enquiries
Sally Barry
Talent Acquisition Advisor
02 7921 0203
sally.barry4@tafensw.edu.au

 

Technical Issues
IT Support Team
I Work for NSW
1800 562 679
support@jobs.nsw.gov.au

 

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

TAFE NSW is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to fostering a diverse workforce.  We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce which reflects the community and the customers we serve.  We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, or sexual orientation.

We encourage applications from people with a disability and will make any reasonable adjustment that you need both in the interview process and on the job.  If you need assistance, or if you have any questions in relation to the recruitment application process, please contact Sally Barry on sally.barry4@tafensw.edu.au.

 

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOUR HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELL-BEING

TAFE NSW is committed to continuing to provide a safe workplace and have put systems and support in place for all our employees to work and deliver safely and flexibly through the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 vaccination is mandatory for all TAFE NSW employees. You will be required to provide satisfactory evidence that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement with TAFE NSW. Medical Exemptions are only available if you are unable to be vaccinated due to medical contraindications. All applications for a medical exemption will be managed in accordance with the TAFE NSW COVID Vaccination Policy.

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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.  More information can be found at Working with Children Check.

 

Key Application Responses

TARGETED QUESTIONS

Responses to the following questions will be required as part of the application process.  Please prepare your responses in a word document and copy and paste as required.  Please limit your responses to a max 300 words per response.

1. The Vocational Education and Training Industry and TAFE is in a state of constant change.  Please give an example of a time where you have effectively worked in or managed change.  What strategies did you use during this time?
2. Please describe how you maintain your skills and knowledge in the Animal Care industry.  Explain how you will incorporate that knowledge or currency into your teaching?  What do you think are some key trends influencing this industry?

 

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