Teacher of Electrical Trades - Paid to Learn

TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Teacher of Electrical Trades - Paid to Learn

Campus Locations: Gymea St George Hornsby

2 x Permanent full-time

2 x Permanent part-time (17.5 hours per week)

Package range: $108057 - $128149. Package includes salary ($95630-$113411 per annum paid pro-rata) 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 Electrical Trades students by joining our team of teachers for the following opportunities:

• 1 x permanent full-time - Gymea Campus
• 1 x permanent full-time Hornsby Campus
• 1 x permanent part-time (17.5 hours per week) - Hornsby Campus
• 1 x permanent part-time (17.5 hours per week) - St George Campus

Occasional travel may be required across other TAFE NSW campuses in Eastern Sydney.

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 the Position Description

Essential Requirements:

• Have appropriate subject knowledge skills and vocational qualifications with a minimum level of Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or equivalent
• Hold an appropriate Electrical Licence issued by NSW Fair Trading (Endorsed Contractor Licence or Qualified Supervisors Certificate)
• 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 5 (five) years post-qualification experience in an industry relevant to your qualifications gained no longer than 5 (five) years previously

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 or to attend one of our drop-in sessions please check out the Frequently Asked Questions or click below:

• Friday 19 September: 9am 10am
• Thursday 25 September: 12pm 1pm
• Friday 3 October: 12pm 1pm

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries:please contact Marina Bertinetto - Talent Acquisition Advisor or 02

Role-specific enquiries: please contact Andrew Oliphant Team Leader Electrical Trades or

To apply for this role click on apply and provide:

• Your current resume (PDF)
• Certified copies of your qualifications plus licences (upload as one PDF file). Certified copied preferred; these will be required if successful for the role
• Response to one (1) targeted question when prompted in the application form (max 300 words)

Targeted Question (max 300 words):

Share an example of a time you faced a setback or challenge in your professional life. How did you overcome it and what did you learn

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.

A Talent Pool 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!