TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Teacher of Nursing

Bathurst Campus 

Permanent Part-Time (14 hours per week)

$111,798 - $132,585 salary package - includes base salary ($98,499 - $116,813 per annum) plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading (pro-rata)

At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.

That’s 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 someone’s world. Whether that’s 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

We’re seeking world-class educators to inspire the next generation of Nursing students!  

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

The role of a TAFE NSW teacher is to support, guide, and enrich the learning experience of our students. As a professional educator, you’ll deliver educational programs and facilitate learning that empowers students to achieve their goals.

About You 

You are enthusiastic about upholding professional standards as you develop a warm, approachable relationship with your students.

To be successful in the role you will:

1. Hold appropriate subject knowledge, skills, and at minimum hold a Bachelor of Nursing and current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.

2. Have a minimum of three years post-qualification experience in acute care as a Registered Nurse, gained no longer than five years ago.

3. Hold evidence of the required teaching qualifications to deliver Vocational Education and Training (VET). See the candidate support document (here) for details.

4. 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

TAFE NSW is committed to building a culturally safe and inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

Together we can change lives! Apply now!

Applications close on Wednesday 21 October 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 PDF file). Certified copies preferred; these will be required if successful for the role
• Response to the targeted question when prompted in the application form (max 300 words)

Targeted Question: Describe how you stay up to date with current industry practices and vocational skills in nursing, and how you apply this knowledge in your teaching?

Additional Information: 

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: 

Contact Ashar Siddiqui, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email at ashar.siddiqui1@tafensw.edu.au or phone 02 7921 2741.

Role-specific enquiries:

Contact Tara Idiaghe, Head Teacher Health, via email at tara.idiaghe@tafensw.edu.au or phone 02 7920 8166.

Interested in becoming a TAFE NSW Teacher and inspiring the next generation of students but don’t 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 pre‑employment 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 18 months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.

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