Assessor – Community Services

TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Assessor – Community Services

Location: Strathfield

Temporary Part Time until 30 June 2027 (2 days per week/14 hours)

$103,956 salary package - includes base salary $91,590 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

We're seeking world-class educators to inspire the next generation of Community Services students by joining our team of Assessors at TAFE Digital, Strathfield. This is a temporary part-time opportunity, working 2 days per week (14 hours per week).

An Assessor is a rewarding and dynamic educational role in the most celebrated education institution in NSW. You’ll collaborate with experienced Teachers and Head Teachers to conduct independent assessments, implement assessment strategies, and identify areas where students may need extra support.

Success in this role means being confident with digital tools, managing technology effectively, and using adaptive communication skills to connect with learners online.

You will be committed to keeping industry relevant and current in your community services knowledge to ensure you students are prepared to meet the demands of this ever-evolving vocation.

Note: This role does not teach or deliver training.

About You

To be successful in the role, you will:

1. Hold a Diploma or equivalent qualification or a higher education qualification in Community Services, Mental Health, Counselling, Social Science or Disability
2. Have a minimum of three years post-qualification industry experience relevant to your qualifications, gained no longer than five years previously.
3. Hold evidence of the required teaching qualification to deliver Vocational Education and Training (VET). See the candidate support document here for details.
4. Be prepared to develop and maintain your 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, 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: Wednesday 26 August at 11.55pm AEST

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

• Your current resume
• Copies of your qualifications, where applicable (upload as one PDF file). Certified copies preferred; these will be required if successful for the role
• A response to the targeted question when prompted in the application form (max. 300 words)

Targeted Question: Technology plays a vital role in supporting learners in a digital environment. Please share an example from your experience where you successfully integrated technology into your role in an adult learning setting. How did you maintain clear, adaptive communication and build positive relationships with learners while working online.

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: Please contact Talent Acquisition Advisor, Sarah Aitchison via email ***************@tafensw.edu.au or call 0435 078 ***.

Role-specific enquiries: Please contact Nikola Nedeski – Head Teacher Community Services via email ***************@tafensw.edu.au or call 02 7920 1***.

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

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.