We have a temporary full-time appointment from ASAP until 15 September 2028 with the possibility of permanency in the future.

About Central Regional TAFE
Central Regional TAFE delivers customer-focused, industry-aligned training and pathways to higher education, supporting a skilled, productive and employment-ready workforce.

We deliver over 185 courses to approximately 10,000 students annually across:

• Mid-West (Geraldton, Batavia Coast Maritime Institute & Technology Park)
• Gascoyne (Carnarvon, Exmouth)
• Goldfields (Kalgoorlie)
• Wheatbelt (Northam, Merredin, Moora)

Find out more by visiting our website: www.centralregionaltafe.wa.edu.au

Supporting diversity and inclusion
Central Regional TAFE is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace.  That’s why championing diversity and inclusion is so important to us; when we embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our college.  

Central Regional TAFE is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As a measure to achieve equality Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Therefore, preference will be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

About the role
Many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners have vocational skills and capabilities developed through community responsibilities and culturally authorised Traditional Knowledge practice that are not fully recognised within nationally accredited qualifications. This can limit skills recognition, progression and employment pathways, particularly in land and sea management, cultural heritage and cultural tourism. In partnership with other TAFEs and on behalf of the National TAFE Network, Central Regional TAFE is leading the development and piloting of Australia’s first National On-Country VET Framework for Recognising Traditional Knowledge. The Project will establish a community-governed approach to identifying, documenting and recognising individual vocational skills and capabilities against relevant VET competency requirements, while protecting community authority over the underlying Traditional Knowledge, Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property and Indigenous data sovereignty.

The Principal Curriculum and Assessment Specialist provides authoritative specialist advice and leads the design, development, validation and refinement of curriculum, recognition, assessment and educator capability products for the National On-Country VET Framework for Recognising Traditional Knowledge. The role translates community-led co-design outcomes into nationally compliant VET products while protecting community authority over Traditional Knowledge, Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property and Indigenous data sovereignty. The position reports to the Manager, National VET On-Country Framework Project and works across Central, North and South Regional TAFEs, project governance bodies, participating communities, lecturers, subject matter experts and the independent evaluator.

To be successful in this role, you will bring substantial experience designing and validating VET curriculum and assessment products, expert knowledge of the national training system, and demonstrated experience working respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Suitability and Eligibility Requirements
Applicants will be assessed by their skills, experiences and attributes in relation to the job requirements and leadership behaviours required for the role.  More information about eligibility requirements can be found on the Job Description Form.

To be considered eligible for employment, you must possess current and valid Australian work rights, such as Australian citizenship, permanent residency or an appropriate working visa. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

You must also hold, or have the ability to obtain, a Department of Education Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a Working with Children (WWC) Card. Appointment will be subject to the satisfactory completion of any mandatory pre-employment screening requirements.

We’re always on the lookout for great people. If you’re suitable but not selected for this role but we believe you’d be a strong fit elsewhere, over the next 12 months we may consider you for other opportunities within the organisation or share your details with other agencies - with your permission.

Why join our team?
Some of the benefits of working at Central Regional TAFE include:

• Salary packaging options
• 12% employer superannuation contribution
• Deferred salary scheme – receive 80% salary for four years with the fifth year as a paid sabbatical leave from the workplace
• 4 weeks annual leave
• 15 days personal leave
• 13 weeks long service leave after 7 years
• Flexible working arrangements (where applicable)
• 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff
• Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave
• A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your family

How to Apply
To demonstrate your suitability for the role please provide:

• Current Resume including two professional referees
• A written application addressing the selection criteria outlined in the attached Job Description Form.

Please refer to the Job Description Form for full position details and the Application Information as these documents will assist you with the preparation of your application.

Reasonable adjustment in recruitment
Central Regional TAFE is committed to ensuring all applicants have the opportunity to request reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process and all reasonable requests are catered for.

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, please contact the person named in the job advertisement for a confidential discussion.

To submit your application, click the Apply for Job button.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties, please contact Recruitment on (08) 9203 3735.

We encourage applicants to visit the Jobs and Skills WA website or call 13 64 64 for assistance with preparing your application, finding employment and career progression. 

Further Information
For job related enquiries, please contact Suresh Job, Director Training Profile Operations on 0428 246 664 or email Suresh.Job@crtafe.wa.edu.au

Additional Information
Should no suitable applicant be identified, or an offer declined, the panel may search for further applicants beyond the closing date.

The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

Applications Details:
Advertised Vacancy Reference Number:  CRG086.26S

Applications close Monday, 7 September 2026 at 4:00pm (WST).