TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact
Teacher of School Based Education Support
Location Negotiable across NSW (subject to campus availability)
Temporary Full Time until 15 January 2027 – Possibility of Ongoing
$108,542 – 128,724 salary package - includes base salary ($95,630 – $113,411), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.
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 School Based Education Support students
Share your skills and passion for education, help students build the skills, qualifications, and employability to support their career goals.
You will deliver high-quality educational programs and facilitate engaging learning experiences for your graduates to enable school students to achieve their best educational and career outcomes.
About You
To be successful in the role, you will:
* Hold appropriate subject knowledge and skills, and at minimum hold a Certificate IV in School Based Education Support (or equivalent) or a Bachelor's degree in Education Support (or equivalent).
* 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, 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.
Together we can change lives Apply now
Applications close 11.55pm AEDT Sunday 15 February 2026.
To apply for this role, click on 'apply' and provide:
* Your current resume (with evidence of how you meet minimum industry experience required)
* Certified copies of your qualifications (uploaded as one combined PDF file)
* A response to the targeted question when prompted in the application form (max. 300 words)
Targeted Question: Share a situation where you worked with colleagues to enhance the student experience.
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.
General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: Contact Braidie Stride, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email at
Role-specific enquiries: Contact Laura Armesto, Head Teacher, Children Services, via email at
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.
An eligibility list, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.
Location is negotiable across our TAFE NSW campuses. Please note that preferred campus location is not guaranteed and is subject to campus availability at the time of offer.
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