Job opportunity

North Regional TAFE (NR TAFE) are seeking to establish an open recruitment pool. This pool will be used to appoint suitable applicants as vacancies arise, which may include full-time, part-time, permanent or fixed-term vacancies, with the possibility of further extension(s) and/or permanency.

Currently, the College has the following two full time positions for immediate filling:

• 30000305 Lecturer Access & Equity Kununurra
• 30000228 Lecturer Access Karratha

Here’s what you need to know:

• How to apply: You can apply anytime during the open pool period.
• Application reviews: Applications are expected to be assessed every 3 months, but this can vary based on operational needs.
• Pool Selection: Only those applicants who have been assessed as suitable through a merit selection process can be considered for selection to the pool. Appointment from the pool to a vacancy, is not guaranteed.
• Outcome: You will receive advice that you have been recommended for appointment to the pool or that you were unsuccessful for appointment to the pool. If you're not successful, you can request feedback and can reapply in the future.
• Appointments: May be made from this pool until 4 July 2028.

North Regional TAFE reserves the right to extend or cease advertising at any given time in the future.

About the role
We’re seeking an experienced and passionate Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) Lecturer to lead our Skills for Education and Employment programs. This role supports adult learners in developing essential language, literacy, numeracy, and foundational skills for further education and or employment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering engaging, culturally safe education to adult learners from diverse backgrounds
• Assess learners using the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) and tailor delivery to individual needs
• Apply a range of teaching strategies and flexible assessment methods
• Ensure program delivery meets all compliance, administrative, and quality standards
• Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment

 The successful candidate will have:

• Specialisation in Literacy and Numeracy (General and Distance Learning) with one of the following:
  • TAESS00009 Address Foundation Skills in Vocational Practice Skill Set, OR
  • A higher education qualification in adult LLN, OR
  • Bachelor of Education (or equivalent) with TESOL, secondary, adult, or vocational education focus
• Applicants with a relevant mix of qualifications or over five years of experience working with foundation-level and culturally diverse adult learners are encouraged to apply and may be considered at the discretion of the panel.
• Knowledge and/or experience delivering government-funded foundation skills programs (e.g. Skills for Education and Employment, General Certificate in Education, Work skills (certificate I and II levels)
• Demonstrate understanding of the Australian Core Skills Framework
• Demonstrated success in teaching culturally diverse learners
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and online learning platforms (e.g. Moodle, Blackboard Collaborate)

There is a minimum qualification required to deliver accredited vocational education and training (VET) as defined by the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015 (Standards), or its successors. The current minimum qualification required is the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or TAE40116 or TAE40110) or a secondary teaching qualification with an Assessor Skill Set (TAESS00011 or TAESS00019 or TAESS00024).  Or can demonstrate current progress or a willingness to obtain it if required.

About the College
NR TAFE is the largest provider of training and vocational services in the north of Western Australia, servicing communities and industries across a region exceeding one million square kilometres.

NR TAFE has 11 campuses, from Wyndham in the north to Newman in the south, with the College’s three largest delivery centres at Broome, Karratha and Pundulmurra (South Hedland).

Our values reflect how we work to meet our purpose in creating opportunities through great learning experience.

We are driven by our passion for education, delivering more than 200 nationally recognised qualifications and strive to provide educational opportunities to everyone, regardless of background, economic status, gender, race or location.

Training is also offered in non-accredited programs, short courses, work-readiness programs, literacy and numeracy, and skill sets.

North Regional TAFE is committed to equal employment opportunity and embraces diversity and inclusion within its workforce. People from diverse backgrounds including people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

As a measure to achieve equality, sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply and to indicate within their application to which diversity group they belong.

If you would like to speak to an independent employment support service professional for free advice, resume tips, creating cover letters, responding to selection criteria or conducting some interview practice, give your local Jobs and Skills Centre a call on 13 64 64.

Jobs and Skills Centres are one-stop shops for careers, training and employment advice and assistance. Services are free, and accessible to all members of the community.

Find out about North Regional TAFE please visit our website www.northregionaltafe.wa.edu.au

What we offer:
At NR TAFE, you can have a challenging and rewarding career. In exchange for your skills, passion and commitment, we offer a range of benefits including:

• Nine weeks paid leave
• Subsidised Housing with rent from $264 - $532 weekly depending on the category of the property.
• Relocation allowance between the ranges of $6,500 and $12,000 depending on locality, if relocating from another region within Western Australia.
• Air-conditioning subsidy to offset a proportion of your power bills during applicable months.
• Generous travel subsidy up to $3,460 for yourself and your dependents, depending on locality, plus additional travelling time each year.
• District Allowance from $9,534 - $19,678 per annum, depending on locality
• Country Incentive Allowance up to $4,289 per annum, depending on locality
• Opportunities for professional development
• Tax reducing salary packaging options
• Government Employer Super Contribution 11.5%
• College Christmas Closure – utilising leave entitlements
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Access to NR TAFE’s corporate uniform.
• Free access to confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
• Subsidised annual influenza vaccination.
• Up to five days Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Islanders

Lecturers employed in 2025 are eligible to receive a Temporary Regional Incentive of $15,000 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE). Eligible lecturers will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at NRTAFE, with the remainder paid on the anniversary of start date. Lecturers must remain employed in the location for 12 months to be eligible to receive the second payment.

Want to know more?
Please contact Di Bates, Training Manager Kununurra on (08) 9168 0848 or email di.bates@nrtafe.wa.edu.au

How to Apply
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.

Applicants are required to apply online and submit by the closing date detailed below. 

• A comprehensive Resume including two professional referees
• A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable) 
• A written application, of no more than two pages, addressing the selection criteria outlined in the attached Job Description Form.

Advertised Reference Number: NRL040.25P  

Please ensure your application documents are complete and ready for upload, prior to clicking on the “Apply for Job” button.

If you are experiencing any difficulties applying, please contact Establishment & Recruitment on (08) 9203 3735.

Other Conditions and Eligibility
Eligibility for employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory Department of Education Criminal Clearance. If this position involves contact with children, the recommended occupant will also be required to obtain a Working with Children (WWC) Card.

If you are successful, during the life of the pool you may be offered appointment to similar and subsequent vacancies within the College.