About the role
About TAFE Queensland
TAFE Queensland is proud to be the largest and most experienced Vocational Education and Training (VET) provider in the State. For more than 140 years, TAFE Queensland has delivered practical and industry-relevant training to provide students with the skills and experience they need to build lifelong careers. Our award-winning training is delivered on campus, online, and in the workplace to give people the skills they need to enrich their communities, support their industries, and strengthen their local economies.
By working at TAFE Queensland, you can be part of a highly experienced workforce that is closely connected with their industries and dedicated to delivering best practices and innovative training.
In TAFE Queensland, South West region, we have a strong focus on workplace culture and we value employee collaboration, strong leadership and high performing teams. We believe that every employee has a role to play in “making great happen”.
Your Opportunity
Are you looking for a career that is challenging but also rewarding? Do you have a passion for your industry, recent industry experience and industry qualifications? Have you considered sharing your knowledge and skills with future industry experts?
As a TAFE Teacher you will have the opportunity to impart your extensive industry knowledge and experience to students using a variety of delivery methods including in the classroom, online, and workplace. You will also enjoy the satisfaction of giving students from diverse backgrounds the skills they need to succeed at work and in their future.
The Role
We have an exciting role available as a Teacher, Early Childhood Education and Care, primarily based at TAFE Queensland’s Kingaroy Campus. However, you may be required to perform work at other workplaces and TAFE Queensland campuses.
As a TAFE Teacher you have the opportunity to influence the careers of future industry persons by sharing your extensive industry knowledge to students in a classroom or other educational setting. Learn more about Careers at TAFE Queensland - Staff & Careers | TAFE Queensland.
This position is available on a temporary part-time basis (0.5 FTE) from 11 January 2027 to 30 June 2027 unless otherwise determined, and reports to the Faculty Director, Personal Services, Hospitality and Early Childhood Education and Care.
Salary
The salary range for a TAFE Teacher is $48,669 - $63,801 (gross) per annum, depending on educational qualifications held and teaching experience.
Benefits
- Four (4) weeks recreation leave (accrued annually
- Five (5) weeks Non-Attendance Time programmed annually for preparation
- Locality Allowance
- Paid overtime arrangements may be available, according to operational requirements, with generous compensation
- Flexible work options (e.g. Purchased leave, compressed hours, telecommuting)
- 12.75% Superannuation and Salary packaging options available
- Financial assistance towards relocation expenses may be available
- Professional development, study assistance and support to return to industry for currency and competency purposes
- Wellbeing initiatives and social responsibility programs
- Access to Employee Assistance Program
- Access to private health corporate plans and corporate discounts (e.g. Fitness Passport, Apple products, Dell products, Lenovo products)
- Comprehensive Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) support options
- Employee discounts related to work-at-home software, Apple products, Dell products, Lenovo products, fitness passports, and private health insurance.
- Annual staff recognition awards and years of service recognition
- Pride Network for LGBTQIA+ employees and allies
- Free car parking
Mandatory Requirements
Applicants must possess CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent, and the following:
- current industry skills directly relevant to the training and assessment being provided;
- current knowledge and skills in vocational training and learning that informs the training and assessment provided;
- evidence of undertaking professional development in the fields of the knowledge and practice of vocational training, learning and assessment including competency-based training and assessment;
- current Queensland Driver’s Licence;
- current Blue Card or Exemption Card (or ability to obtain prior to commencement), to comply with the Working with Children Check Act 2000.
Additionally, to become a TAFE Teacher, you must hold one of the following training and assessment credentials:
- TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or its successor; or
- TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment; or
- TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment; or
- TAE50122 Diploma of Vocational Education and Training or its successor; or
- TAE50111 or TAE50116 Diploma of Vocational Education and Training; or
- TAE50211 or TAE50216 Diploma of Training Design and Development; or
- A secondary teaching qualification and one (1) of the following credentials:
- TAESS00024 VET Delivered to School Students Teacher Enhancement Skill Set or its successor; or
- TAESS00011 or TAESS00019 Assessor Skill Set or its successor; or
- A higher-level qualification in adult or vocational education (approved by TAFE Queensland).
Note: Proof of qualifications and industry currency/experience to be provided at interview.
Highly Desirable
Candidates who possess the following will be highly regarded:
- Hold SSHLT0037 Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) First Aid and CPR Skill Set.
- High level of digital literacy skills across various platforms (online Learning Management Systems).
- Industry currency – minimum of 5 years’ experience in Early Childhood Education and Care setting.
How to apply
If you’re interested in this role, please use the ‘Apply’ button to progress to apply through the TAFE Queensland Recruitment Portal.
When submitting your application, please ensure you provide the following:
- a detailed resume including the contact details for two referees (one of whom is your current supervisor); and
- a cover letter which outlines your known skills, abilities, knowledge and experience in vocational education and training, why you are interested in the role and what you will bring to the role within the context of the “How you will be assessed” criteria detailed in the role description (a maximum of 2 pages).
Closing date: 9am, Monday 23 November 2026
Job Reference Number: TQ2026-1082
Contact
Paula Hughes
Faculty Director
Phone: 0417 016 844
Email: Paula.Hughes@tafeqld.edu.au