Teacher of Animal Care

Tamworth - UK

Yearly Salary: $ 95630 - 113411

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Teacher of Animal Care

Tamworth

Temporary Full-time or Part-Time (17.5 hours per week) until 25 September 2026

$108542 - $128724 salary package - includes base salary ($95630 - $113411 per annum) plus employers contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

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 Focus Integrity Collaboration and Excellence. They define who we are how we work and inspire our performance.

We invest in our people

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.

About the role

Were seeking world-class educators to inspire the next generation of Animal Carestudents!

Share your skills and passion for your industry help students build the skills qualifications and employability to support their career goals.

As an Animal Care Teacher at TAFE NSW Tamworth youll play a key role in shaping the next generation of animal care professionals. You will deliver highquality handson training that builds students skills confidence and genuine passion for working with animals.

In this role youll create engaging practical learning experiences in our teaching facilities and simulated industry environments ensuring students are jobready and aligned with current industry standards. Your guidance and support will help learners succeed and graduate as capable compassionate animal care practitioners.

Join our dedicated Tamworth team and make a meaningful impact on our students our community and the future of the animal care industry.

About You

To be successful in the role you will:

Hold appropriate subject knowledge and skills and at minimum hold a Certificate IV or higher qualification in Veterinary Nursing.
Havea minimum of five years post-qualification industry experience relevant to your qualifications gained no longer than five years previously.
Hold evidence of the required teaching qualifications to deliver Vocational Education and Training (VET). See the candidate support document (here) for details.
Be prepared to develop and maintain your Vocational Education and Training (VET) knowledge and skills as well as your industry currency and trainer/assessor competence.

To find out more about the role click to view the Role Description.

Our commitment to Diversity Equality and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culturally safe and accessible workplace where dignity trust respect and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are valuedso 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.

Together we can change lives! Apply now!

Applications close on 11 February 2026 at 11.55pm AEDT

To apply for this role click on apply and provide:

Your current resume
Certified copies of your qualifications (upload as one combined PDF file)
Response to the targeted question when prompted in the application form (max. 300 words)

Targeted Question: Describe the ways you stay up to date with current industry practices and vocational skills in animal care and explain how you integrate this uptodate knowledge into your teaching.

Additional Information:

TAFE temporary teacher applications will be considered in order of priority. All eligible persons whether internal or external to TAFE NSW are able to apply however a Temporary Teacher Priority Assessment will be undertaken for this role. More information can be foundhere .

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries:
Contact Ashar Siddiqui Talent Acquisition Advisor via email at or phone.

Role-specific enquiries:
Contact Lisa Tubnor Head Teacher Animals via email at or phone.

For support with preparing your application and understanding the recruitment process visit our Application Process page and explore the helpful resources available through I Work for NSW.

Interested in becoming a TAFE NSW Teacher and inspiring the next generation of students but dont yet hold a TAE qualification Speak with your Talent Acquisition Advisor about pathways to teaching or register your interest here.

This is a child-related position. Successful candidates must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing. TAFE NSW will also conduct an Australian National Criminal Record Check on the preferred applicant as part of the preemployment process.

To be eligible for a position at TAFE NSW you must be an Australian citizen a 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 used to fill future vacancies.

Considering a move to Regional NSW The Welcome Experience is a free service offering personalised support to help you settle in connecting you with local communities essential services and lifestyle opportunities.

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TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impactTeacher of Animal CareTamworthTemporary Full-time or Part-Time (17.5 hours per week) until 25 September 2026$108542 - $128724 salary package - includes base salary ($95630 - $113411 per annum) plus employers contribution to superannuation and annual leave lo...