Teacher of Automotive Light Vehicle Paid to Learn

TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Teacher of Automotive Light Vehicle - Paid to Learn

Bathurst Campus

1 x permanent full-time role

1 x permanent part-time role (14 hours per week)

Package range: $111798 - $132585. Package includes salary ($98499-$116813 per annum paid pro-rata) plus employers contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading (salary offered will be based on experience).

Applications close 11.55pm AEST Sunday 10th May 2026

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 Automotive Light Vehicle students by joining our team of teachers for the following opportunities at Bathurst Campus:

• 1 x permanent full-time role
• 1 x permanent part-time role (14 hours per week)

There may also be opportunity to work across our other campus locations such as Cowra Forbes Mudgee and Orange Campuses.

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 Role Description.

Essential Requirements:

• Have appropriate subject knowledge skills and vocational qualifications with a minimum level of Certificate III in Automotive Light Vehicle or 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 three (3) years post qualification experience relevant to your industry gained no longer than five (5) 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.

Applicants for part-time positions should note that participation in the 14week PTL program requires full-time attendance of 35 hours per week throughout the 14 week program.

For more information about this opportunity or to attend one of our virtual drop-in sessions please check out the Frequently Asked Questions or click below:

Session Times

Session #1 Friday 24 April 10am - 11am

Session #2 Wednesday 29 April 12pm - 1pm

Session #3 Friday 1 May 11am - 12pm

Session #4 Monday 4 May 5pm - 6pm

Session #5 Friday 8 May 9am - 10am

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries:please contact Sarah Willmott - Talent Acquisition Advisor via email: or (02).

Role-specific enquiries: please contact Jamie Gordoll Head Teacher via email: or (02).

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

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.

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