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TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Teacher of Painting and Decorating

TAFE NSW Maitland Campus

Temporary Full Time

$111,798 – $132,585 Salary package - includes base salary ($98,499 – $116,813),
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 First, 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

The role of the TAFE teacher as a professional educator is to help, construct,
guide and enhance the educative process. The teacher delivers educational
programs and facilitates learning, enabling students to achieve their desired
outcomes.

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

Share your skills and passion for your industry, build the skills,
qualifications, and employability, and support the career goals of our
students.

About You

The successful applicant will possess:

• Certificate III in Painting & Decorating (CPC30620) or equivalent
• Five years industry experience, post qualification gained within the last five years
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116) or equivalent, or,
  Diploma or higher-level qualification in adult education
• Experience in an online classroom delivery setting and connected online
  learning environment

The following skills are desirable for the position:

• High level of computer literacy with knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
  (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel etc)
• Experience in airless spray and HVLP spray units
• Experience in specialty decorative finishes and wallpapering
• Experience delivering in Corrective Services facilities (i.e. hold security
  clearances).

To find out more about the role, click to view the Role Description
Role Description

Our commitment to diversity, equity 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 11.55pm Sunday 30th August, 2026

To apply for this role, click on 'apply' and provide:

• Your current resume
• Copies of your qualifications, where applicable (upload as one PDF file). JP
  Certified copies preferred; these will be required if successful for the role

Additional Information:

TAFE temporary teacher applications will be considered in order of priority. All
eligible persons whether internal or external to TAFE NSW are able to apply,
however a Temporary Teacher Priority Assessment will be undertaken for this
role. More information can be found here.
More information

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: 
Contact Peta Hanldey, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email at
Peta.handley@tafensw.edu.au

Role-specific enquiries:
Contact Samuel Ebert,  (Team Leader - Infrastructure, Civil, Mining, Surveying
and Emergency Management), via email at
Samuel.Ebert@tafensw.edu.au

For support with preparing your application and understanding the recruitment
process, visit our Application Process
Application Process page, and explore the
helpful resources available through I Work for NSW.
I Work for NSW

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
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.

An eligibility list, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position and
used to fill future vacancies.