Teacher of Language, Literacy and Numeracy
Padstow Campus
Temporary Full Time up to 17th July 2026
$108,057 package includes salary ($95,630 - $113,411 pro-rata), 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 Focus, 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 seeking world-class educators to inspire the next generation of Language, Literacy and Numeracy students
You will help, construct, guide and enhance the educative process. In addition, you will facilitate learning by delivering world-class educational programs, enabling students to achieve their desired outcomes. In your next role, you will:
* Teach students face-to-face in classrooms and online
* Issue, mark and provide comprehensive feedback on assessments
* Undertake student administration, including marking registers and recording results
* Collaborate with other LLN and VET teachers in your delivery
Share your skills and passion for your industry, build the skills, qualifications, and employability, and support the career goals of our students.
About You
To be successful in this role you must meet the below essential requirements have:
* A recognised*Bachelor degree (AQF 7) in education, with an LLND focus
OR
* A recognised* postgraduate qualification (AQF 8 or higher) in LLND
* From an accredited Australian Higher Education Institution, or qualification recognised as equivalent to the stated AQF level or higher by the Australian Government Country Education Profiles (CEPs) tool
* Minimum of one year post-qualification experience in teaching in a relevant field
* Evidence of holding the appropriate teaching qualifications to deliver Vocational Education and Training. See the candidate support document (here) for details -TAE or higher adult Ed quals
* Be prepared to continue to develop their Vocational Education and Training (VET) knowledge and skills as well as their industry currency and trainer/assessor competence.
To find out more 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 11.55pm AEST 7th September 2025
To apply for this role, click on 'apply' and provide:
* Your current resume (PDF)
* Copies of your qualifications (upload as one PDF file). Certified copies preferred; these will be required if successful for the role. Also, include any equivalency documents for qualifications gained overseas if available.
* Cover Letter addressing the 4 essential requirements listed above (MAX 2 pages)
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 Kayla Smith, Talent Acquisition Advisor via email at
Role-specific enquiries: contact Meagan Giest, Head Teacher of Educational Pathways, via email at
For helpful insights into preparing your application, TAFE NSW's recruitment process, and getting interview ready, read through our Application Process and the interactive Capability Application Tool.
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.
To be eligible for positions at TAFE NSW, you need to be an Australian Citizen or 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 position(s) of the same classification that subsequently becomes vacant, may be filled via this recruitment.