TAFE NSW
Reference number
503330
Occupation
Vocational Education and Training/TAFE, Education and Training Officer
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Dubbo
Salary Information
$95,630 - $113,411 p.a plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
Closing date
23 February 2026 at 11:55pm
Teacher of Community Services
Dubbo Campus
Permanent Full Time
$108,542 - $128,724 salary package - includes base salary ($95,630 - $113,41, 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're looking for passionate educators to shape the future of Community Services students
Share your skills and passion for your industry, build the skills, qualifications, and employability, and support the career goals of our students.
The Community Services teaching section at TAFE NSW Dubbo delivers nationally recognised vocational education and training (VET) programs that prepare students to work in roles supporting individuals, families, and communities. This section is closely aligned with Australia's human services, and social support sectors, which are rapidly growing and highly regulated.
A Community Services TAFE Teacher plays a dual role as both an educator and industry mentor, supporting students to meet qualification requirements while preparing them for emotionally demanding, people-focused work.
About You
To be successful in the role, you will:
* Hold appropriate subject knowledge and skills, and at minimum hold a Diploma or Degree in related Community Services disciplines and/or Ageing, Disability, Youth Work, Counselling, Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol Work, Homelessness and Housing or other relevant field with a commitment to maintain technical currency
* Minimum of three years post-qualification experience in industry 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 about the role, click to view the Position 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 Monday 23 February 2026 at 11.55pm AEDT
To apply for this role, click on 'apply' and provide:
* Your current resume
* Certified copies of your qualifications (upload as one PDF file)
* Response to one targeted question when prompted in the application form (max 300 words)
Targeted Question: TAFE NSW students bring diverse backgrounds and experiences. How would you use your skills to teach, motivate, support, and guide adult learners in gaining knowledge, understanding, and practical skills in both a group and individualised context.
Don't have a TAE qualification but are interested in becoming a TAFE NSW Teacher and inspiring the next generation of students? Ask your Talent Acquisition Advisor how you can become a TAFE Teacher or register your interest here.
General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: Please contact Clinton Debreceny, Talent Acquisition Advisor via email at
Role-specific enquiries: Please contact Karen Hyland, Head Teacher Community Services, via email at or
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.
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