Teacher of Conservation & Land Management (Aboriginal Identified) - Paid to Learn

Tafensw • Orange, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

TAFE NSW is hiring two Aboriginal-identified Teachers of Conservation and Land Management to prepare students for work in conservation, land management and environmental restoration. One permanent full-time position is based at Dubbo, Moree, Orange or Tamworth; one permanent part-time position is based at Kurri Kurri (0.5 FTE, 17.5 hours per week). Travel to other TAFE NSW campuses is required to support training and delivery across the region.

The role delivers high-quality training and practical learning experiences. Teachers guide students in ecological restoration, biodiversity conservation, vegetation management, plant and animal identification, pest species control and sustainable land management. Teaching takes place in classrooms and on Country, helping students apply their learning in real-world settings. The role also works with industry partners, Aboriginal communities, land managers and environmental stakeholders to support conservation outcomes.

Applicants who do not hold an appropriate VET teaching qualification or equivalent may undertake TAFE NSW’s 14-week, full-time Paid to Learn course. Successful completion comes with guaranteed work. Applicants for the part-time position should note that the course requires full-time attendance of 35 hours per week for 14 weeks. Candidates who already hold an appropriate teaching qualification or equivalent remain eligible to apply.

The role is child-related and requires a Working with Children Check. Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents, or New Zealand citizens with a current New Zealand passport. An eligibility list may be created and remain valid for 18 months.

Requirements

• Applicants must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, identify as such, and be accepted in the community as such; Confirmation of Aboriginality documentation must be provided at or before interview.
• Appropriate subject knowledge, skills and vocational qualifications, with at least a Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management, Certificate III On Country Management, or an equivalent tertiary qualification in a related discipline.
• Evidence of appropriate VET teaching qualifications, or willingness to undertake the full-time 14-week Paid to Learn course.
• At least three years of relevant post-qualification industry experience, gained no longer than five years previously.
• A Working with Children Check is required for this child-related position.
• Must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

Nice To Haves

• Strong practical and field-based experience.
• Skills with chainsaws and/or chemical applications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality training and practical learning experiences in conservation, land management and environmental restoration.
• Guide students in ecological restoration, biodiversity conservation, vegetation management, plant and animal identification, pest species control and sustainable land management practices.
• Teach in classrooms and on Country, supporting students to apply learning in real-world settings.
• Collaborate with industry partners, Aboriginal communities, land managers and environmental stakeholders to contribute to conservation outcomes.
• Travel to other TAFE NSW campuses as required to support training and delivery across the region.

Benefits

• Salary package of $111,798–$132,585, including salary of $98,499–$116,813 per annum plus employer superannuation and annual leave loading; salary offered depends on experience.
• Paid to Learn course option for eligible candidates without an appropriate VET teaching qualification, with guaranteed work following successful completion.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Health and wellbeing programs.
• A variety of flexible working options.
• Free Welcome Experience service offering tailored support for people moving to Regional NSW.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree