Selling points

• Casual position
• Portland Campus
• $54.65 - 86.86 per hour, plus superannuation

Short Description
Deliver industry-led Mechanical Fitting training, and enjoy the satisfaction of giving students the skills they need for in-demand jobs, now and in the future.
  
Salary
$54.65 - 86.86 per hour, plus superannuation (dependant on qualifications and experience)
  
The Engineering department is responsible for the delivery of training, catering to both the fabrication trade and the mechanical trade, with programs including; pre-apprenticeship, traineeship and Apprenticeship. There are post trade programs encompassing advanced engineering skills across the mechanical and fabrication industries, as well as VETiS programs that cover a range of innovative technologies emerging in the industry.
  
TAFE teachers are accountable for the delivery of quality education, training and fee for service programs in accordance with the vocational education and training standards detailed in the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) 2007. This position encompasses all facets of the learning process from course enquiry and advice to assessing and determining the training requirements of Institute clients, the work requires the management of the learning process for students using a variety of TAFE teaching strategies such as recognition of prior learning, on-line learning support, workplace learning, delivery and assessment as well as traditional classroom delivery.
  
The must haves
Mandatory requirements

• An approved degree, diploma or certificate in a relevant vocational area or approved equivalent qualifications, approved industry experience and the ability to demonstrate currency in vocational workplace competencies
• A current AQF4 vocational teaching qualification - for example, Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40116
• Employee Victorian Working with Children and satisfactory Police Check
• Current driver’s licence

  
Highly desirable requirements

• An approved course of teacher training accredited at Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 5, Level 6 or above that clearly evidences:
  • Studies in adult learning methodology
  • Studies in teaching in a Vocational Education environment
  • Studies in Applied Research (linked to the Boyer framework of scholarship)
  • 200 hours of supervised practicum
• A minimum of 2 years’ relevant vocational experience
• Substantial experience using Microsoft Office products and relevant industry software and programs

About us
South West TAFE is an education hub with a difference. By fusing leading industry knowhow with innovative teaching practices, we empower all types of talent so they can excel and achieve a lifetime of opportunity, employability and a fulfilling career.

We have 5 main campuses spread across the thriving South West Victoria region. They are located at Warrnambool, Hamilton, Portland, Colac and Sherwood Park and deliver a wide variety of vocational courses to over 6,000 students every year.

To maintain our high standards of training we are committed to attracting the very best talent and providing them with a supportive work environment in which they can flourish.

What we can offer you

• Continuous opportunities for learning and development
• Fun social club with health and wellbeing activities
• Employee recognition program
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program
• Work alongside team members guided by a strong set of organisational values
• Chance to make a sea change in a thriving regional setting

Any Questions? Please contact:
Ken Hewitt, Teaching Education Manager – Building, Construction & Smart Technologies
☎ 0433 758 234
✉ [email protected]
  
A full position description is available from the Careers at SWTAFE webpage.
  
Applications close:  Sunday, 31 March 2024
  
Successful applicants will require a Working with Children Check and a National Police Record Check.
  
How to apply
If this role resonates with you and you have the necessary skills and experience, then we would like to hear from you.

To apply for the role, please click ‘Apply for this job’ and provide a copy of your current resume and cover letter that addresses the key selection criteria as outlined in the position description.
  
South West TAFE is a child safe and equal opportunity employer; fostering a fair, safe and inclusive environment, embracing all forms of diversity.
  
We strongly encourage applications if you’re:

• A person with a disability
• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• Culturally and linguistically diverse
• LGBTIQA+