Education Manager - Agriculture, Water, Wine And Environment

Description:

• Full time ongoing position commencing June 2025
• Attractive salary packaging, leave provisions and professional development
• Salary $139,622p.a. + super

We are seeking an experienced Educational Manager to join the Future, Industry and Trade team based at Urrbrae Campus.

About TAFE SA
Awarded the Training Provider of the Year at the 2021, 2022 and 2024 SA Training Awards, TAFE SA ensures its students have access to quality education and skills training across regional and metropolitan locations in South Australia.

Located at the Urrbrae Campus of TAFE SA, the Educational Manager collaborates with stakeholders to address qualification and skill gaps, ensuring the sector meets current and future needs.

By working with TAFE SA, you’ll have the opportunity to advance your career in a diverse and inclusive organisation, while helping to deliver job-ready skills and meaningful outcomes for students.

About the role

Reporting to the Faculty Dean, the Educational Manager is an experienced leader passionate about driving change in education and vocational training. We’re looking for a dynamic and strategic individual to lead and mentor a team of subject matter experts in shaping the future of vocational education.

The role holder will-

• Lead and mentor a team of subject matter experts, drawing out their knowledge and expertise to drive strategic change and elevate education and training offerings.
• Align education and training with workforce needs, government priorities, and evolving industry trends to ensure that education is always relevant and impactful.
• Communicate confidently and persuasively with stakeholders, ensuring the continuous development and success of the program.
• Champion the practical application of educational philosophy, theory, and research, ensuring that our training remains cutting-edge and impactful.
• Drive innovation in curriculum development, teaching strategies, and program delivery to create transformative learning experiences.
• Develop and implement innovative teaching methodologies and contribute to the discipline expertise needed to deliver quality education programs.
• Ensure that educational programs meet the training requirements of clients and adhere to relevant standards, TAFE SA policies, and regulations.
• Play a key role in enhancing vocational preparation and educational delivery through the implementation of up-to-date curriculum, training packages, and practices.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with industry, government bodies, schools, universities, and professional organisations to stay ahead of current and emerging training and education requirements.
• Manage resources—including human, physical, and financial—effectively in line with departmental and government policies.
• Foster a collaborative team culture that supports continuous improvement in vocational education and training programs.
• Lead performance management processes, including coaching and development, to ensure the growth of your team and the overall success of the organisation.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven leadership experience in education and vocational training.
• Expertise in aligning educational strategies with industry trends and workforce needs.
• Strong communicator and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A passion for innovation in teaching and curriculum development.
• A commitment to ensuring the highest quality standards in education and training programs.

If you're ready to make a lasting impact on the future of education and training, we’d love to hear from you.

The successful candidate must have:

• An undergraduate degree in Adult or Vocational Education, and
• A Diploma in Management (Min AQF5) or a Graduate Certificate in Management

Or

• Undergraduate degrees in both Adult or Vocational Education and Management
• Undergraduate Degree and formal Post Graduate qualifications in Adult or Vocational Education and Management

Special Conditions
The successful applicant is required to demonstrate having a valid DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC) prior to being employed. Applicants who do not hold a WWCC will need to apply at Department of Human Services (DHS).

• Out of hours work will be required.
• Intrastate and interstate travel and overnight absences may be required.
• Incumbent will be required to participate in the department’s Performance Development Program.
• Eligibility to work in Australia.

Application Instructions
Applications must be submitted online. For more information on the role and application process, please refer to the application guidelines and attached Role Description .
Your application should address the Key Selection Criteria, providing examples of how your skills and experience align with the role. If you have additional skills that would enable you to excel in this position, we encourage you to highlight them in your application.

Inclusion and Flexibility Statement
At TAFE SA, we ensure our workplaces are safe, inclusive, supportive, and respectful. We do not accept discrimination, harassment, or violence of any kind. As an Equal Opportunity employer, we strongly encourage applications from First Nations people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ and people living with disability.

TAFE SA offers a range of work options to attract and retain great staff, including part-time. We support employees to manage their work-life balance at all stages of their lives. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Enquiries:
Tryon Francis
Faculty Dean
E: tryon.francis@tafesa.edu.au

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.