Description:
At the NSW Department of Education , we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
- Ongoing Full-Time position
- Location: Parramatta with convenient access to major public transport hubs in Parramatta
- Salary ranges from $145,378 to $168,130 plus employers’ contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
About the role
The position of Manager, A&T Implementation and Support is responsible for supporting the implementation of the Apprenticeship and Traineeship Act 2001 in NSW and assisting the Commissioner for Vocational Training, holding many of the delegated functions under the Act. The role manages the development of policy implementation guidelines and operational procedures, and educational, promotional, and training resources to support the implementation of the Act. The support provided by the Manager Implementation and Support is targeted towards Training Services field staff, over 90,000 apprentices and trainees currently in training, 30,000+ employers, TAFE NSW and NSW Registered Training providers.
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About you
This role has a strong focus on stakeholder engagement, problem-solving, and dispute resolution. You will work with a diverse range of stakeholders including employers, industry bodies, unions, registered training organisations (RTOs), and young adults entering the workforce. Your ability to build and maintain trusted relationships across these groups will be key to your success.
The preferred candidate will have:
- A thorough understanding of the Apprenticeship and Traineeship Act 2001 and the regulated Training Industry in NSW.
- Proven ability to lead and support geographically dispersed teams.
- Experience developing policy, procedures, and practical resources that support effective program implementation.
- A collaborative and strategic mindset with a commitment to delivering quality outcomes for learners and industry.
- Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.
Essential requirements of the role
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements
- 35 hour working week
- Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
- Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
- Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth
How to apply
Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.
Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.
If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application.
All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’.
Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.
As a condition of employment, successful candidates who have not previously worked for the department will be required to provide a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number. This option would allow the WWCC to naturally expire without further communication needed with the employee. The employer obligations under the WWCC would apply for duration of the WWCC’s validity (up to 5 years)
Closing date 22 May 2025 at 11:59pm.
For role enquiries please contact Arline Dumazel, Director Apprenticeships and Traineeships, via email on arline.dumazel@det.nsw.edu.au.
We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ( dandi@det.nsw.edu.au ) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.
A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.