Teacher- Early Childhood Education And Care

Description:

• Full-time 38 hours per week, On-going position (Part-time or casual considered)
• Portland or Hamilton Campus
• $78,564 - 111,391 per annum, plus superannuation

• Full-time 38 hours per week, On-going position (Part-time or casual will be considered)
• Portland or Hamilton Campus
• $78,564 - 111,391 per annum, plus superannuation (dependant on qualifications and experience)

TAFE teachers are accountable for the delivery of quality education, training and fee for service programs in accordance with the vocational education and training standards detailed in the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) 2007.

This position encompasses all facets of the learning process from course enquiry and advice to assessing and determining the training requirements of Institute clients. The work requires management of the learning process for students using a variety of TAFE teaching strategies such as recognition of prior learning, on-line learning support, workplace learning, delivery and assessment as well as traditional classroom delivery.

In your role as Teacher - Early Childhood Education and Care you will enjoy the satisfaction of giving students from diverse backgrounds the skills they need to succeed in their future careers. Your current contemporary industry knowledge and experience will be fully utilised with the end to end teaching process.

The must haves
Mandatory requirements

• An approved degree, diploma or certificate in a relevant vocational area or approved equivalent qualifications, approved industry experience and the ability to demonstrate currency in vocational workplace competencies
• An AQF4 vocational teaching qualification - for example, Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40116
• Employee Victorian Working with Children and satisfactory Police Check

Highly desirable requirements

• An approved course of teacher training accredited at Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 5 or Level 6, with significant teaching experience, including TAFE postings
• Substantial experience using Microsoft Office products and relevant industry software and programs

About us
SWTAFE is the leading vocational education provider in South West Victoria.
We offer a diverse range of courses across various industry sectors, spanning from healthcare and business, to trades, technology, arts and agriculture and more.

We are committed to ensuring our graduates are well-prepared to navigate the challenges of the dynamic job market of today, and are equipped with the skills build a successful future career.

As a place to work, we strive for a supportive, diverse workplace culture that encourages personal and professional growth, and in 2023 SWTAFE was ranked #1 in the Victorian TAFE sector for staff satisfaction.

What we can offer you

• Priority applications to a Warrnambool council-run day care facility
• Fun social club with health and wellbeing activities
• Employee recognition program
• Continuous opportunities for tailored learning and development
• Accessible Employee Assistance Program including an easy to navigate app

SWTAFE is Great Place to Work certified, as voted by our own people. We strive to cultivate a culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and respect, where every team member feels valued, empowered, and inspired to do their best work.

Any Questions? Please contact:
Kate Williams, Teaching Education Manager - Education and Creative Arts
☎ 03 5564 8458
✉ kate.williams@swtafe.edu.au

A full position description is available from the Careers at SWTAFE webpage.

Applications close: Sunday, 18 May 2025

Successful applicants will require a Working with Children Check and a National Police Record Check.

How to apply
If this role resonates with you and you have the necessary skills and experience, then we would love to hear from you.

To apply for the role, please click ‘Apply for this job’ and provide a copy of your current resume and cover letter, which addresses the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.

Don’t forget that you can utilise the SEEK website for great advice and resources, from resume writing through to interview tips.

For local support in the South West with job readiness skills (from resume writing to interview tips), please contact the South West Skills and Jobs Centre.
http://www.swskillsandjobscentre.com.au/
Email: skillsandjobscentre@swtafe.edu.au
Phone: 03 5564 8515

If you require any adjustments to assist you with your application, please contact South West TAFE's Recruitment Team on 03 5564 8711 or by emailing recruitment@swtafe.edu.au

South West TAFE is a child safe and equal opportunity employer; fostering a fair, safe and inclusive environment and embraces all forms of diversity.

We strongly encourage applications from people with a variety of attributes, including but not limited to:

• A person with a disability
• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• Culturally and linguistically diverse
• LGBTIQA+