Teacher of Carpentry (Aboriginal Targeted) - Paid to Learn
Teacher of Carpentry (Aboriginal Targeted) - Paid to Learn
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Teacher of Carpentry (Aboriginal Targeted) - Paid to Learn
Eora Country Randwick Campus
1 x Permanent Full-time
Package Range: $108057- $128149. Package includes salary ($95630 - $113411) employers superannuation and annual leave loading (salary offered will be based on experience).
Applications close 11.55pm AEDT Wednesday 8th October 2025
At TAFE NSW we are dedicated to life-changing impact.
Thats 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 someones world. Whether thats 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.
About the role
Were seeking world-class educators to inspire the next generation of Carpentry students by joining our team of teachers on a permanent full-time basis located at Randwick Campus with travel to St George Campus required.
In this role you will deliver educational programs and facilitate learning enabling students to achieve their desired outcomes. Proudly teaching Carpentry and Joinery. As a teacher you will lead students through a range of indoor and outdoor projects including roof wall and floor framing as well as site set-out cladding and other skills required for a successful Carpenter.
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.
To find out more about the role click to view thePosition Description
Essential Requirements:
- Have appropriate subject knowledge skills and vocational qualifications with a minimum level of Certificate III in Carpentryor equivalent.
- Evidence of holding the appropriate teaching qualifications to deliver Vocational Education and Training (see the candidate support document (here) for details ) OR a willingness to undertake our full time 14 week Paid to Learn course
- Have a minimum of five (5) years post qualification experience relevant to your industry
Highly regarded but not essential:
- Certificate IV in Building or desire and willingnessto obtain.
This is a targeted recruitment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders in accordance with Rule 26 of the Government Sector Employment (General) Rules 2014 - Employment of eligible persons. As such preference will be given to candidates who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. If no suitable candidate is found other applications may also be considered. Aboriginal candidates selected for an interview will be required to provide Confirmation of Aboriginality documentation at or before interview.
Paid to Learn: for candidates who do not hold an appropriate VET teaching qualification or equivalent you have the option to be paid to learn as you transition from industry to teaching with guaranteed work following successful completion of the 14 weeks Training and Assessment course. Those who already hold the appropriate teaching qualification or equivalent are still eligible to apply.
For more information about this opportunity please check out the Frequently Asked Questions or to attend one of our drop-in sessions please register below.
Aboriginal Identified and Targeted drop-in sessions please register here for the below dates:
- Tuesday 16th September: 12pm - 1pm
- Wednesday 17th September: 6pm - 7pm
- Wednesday 24th September: 1pm - 2pm
- Thursday 25th September: 5pm - 6pm
- Tuesday 30th September: 6pm - 7pm
- Wednesday 1st October: 1pm - 2pm
Our commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment
With over 350 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Leadership group possessing over 240 years of expertise in the VET sector we are committed to creating a culturally safe workplace where dignity trust respect and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are valued.
At TAFE NSW you will have a sense of belonging and the opportunity to share your skills stories and passions and represent your communities and are proud of our Reconciliation Action Plan and our Aboriginal Employment Strategy and are continually improving our services to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students.
To apply for this role click on apply and provide:
- Your current resume (PDF)
- Confirmation of Aboriginality (PDF) (if applicable)
- Certified copies of your qualifications plus licences (upload as one PDF file). Certified copies preferred; these will be required if successful for the role
General recruitment and adjustment enquiries:please contact Rachael Honeysett - Talent Acquisition Advisor via or 02 .
Role-specific enquiries: please contact Greg Hearnden Team Leader of Carpentry and Building via
Aboriginal Candidate support: our friendly Aboriginal Employment Team is here to help. Contact us via our Advocate Servicesfor any questions or support regarding our Confirmation of Aboriginality process application or resume support and interview preparation at
How can I get support with my application
For helpful insights into preparing your application TAFE NSWs recruitment process and getting interview ready please read through the following Application Process and Become a Teacher on our TAFE NSW Careers Page.
Our commitment to Diversity Equality and Inclusion
At TAFE NSW we are creating an accessible and inclusive workforce 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.
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 18months may be created for this position and position(s) of the same classification that subsequently becomes vacant may be filled via this recruitment.
Together we can change lives! Apply now!
Employment Type
Full-Time
