TAFE Teacher, Agriculture

Job no:851830
Campus:Food and Rural Science, Gillies Street
Categories:VET
School/Area: Skills and Education Delivery

• Federation TAFE – Ballarat Campus
• Full-time, fixed-term appointment until November 2024
• L1.1 to L3.4 range $77,024 p.a. to $109,207 p.a. depending on qualifications and experience plus 10% superannuation

About the role

Federation TAFE is home to vocational education and training delivered by Federation University Australia offering a broad range of education and training programs.  Our TAFE Teachers are responsible for the delivery and assessment of quality vocational education and training (VET) programs, the position is required to manage end-to-end learning process for students using a variety of teaching strategies including recognition of prior learning, online and workplace learning, delivery and assessment as well as traditional classroom delivery. 

You will:

• plan, prepare deliver and assess training programs;
• monitor, assess and record student attendance, progress and results;
• participate in internal and external contractual audits; and
• evaluate student teaching and learning resources.

About Federation University

At Federation University, we are driven to make a real difference to the lives of every student, and to the communities we serve.

Across our university and TAFE campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Brisbane, Gippsland, and the Wimmera, we deliver world-class education and facilities. With the largest network of campuses across Victoria, as well as a growing Brisbane base, we are uniquely positioned to provide pathways from vocational education and skills training at Federation TAFE through to higher education.

Federation University’s Strategic Plan 2021-2025 outlines our ambition to be Australia’s leading regional university. Our University and TAFE provide integrated lifelong learning, skills, and impactful research enabling people and communities to prosper locally, regionally, and globally.

We are the number one ranked University in Australia for First Generation Student Enrolments (Good Universities Guide 2022). Along with top rankings in Victoria around student support, social equity, skills and employment.

About you

You will have the ability to research, develop and implement innovative and appropriate teaching curriculum, effectively utilising online learning platforms and technologies, excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to complete administrative tasks, including the ability to maintain accurate online and physical records.

You will possess:

• demonstrated current vocational skills and knowledge in Agriculture or relevant field;
• a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, or a diploma or higher-level qualification in adult education;
• ability to work independently as well as an effective member of a team; and
• demonstrated ability to effectively utilise online learning platforms and technologies to engage students.

All University positions delivering education and/or services to children must hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC). Please refer to the position description for WWCC requirements.

How to apply

Please apply by Sunday, 20 November 2022.

Applicants are required to address the Key Selection Criteria, in addition to a resume.

To view the Position Description, please click here: 851830.pdf

All University positions delivering education and/or services to children must hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC). Please refer to the position description for WWCC requirements.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please email the Recruitment team or phone 03 5327 9756.  Our position descriptions also list a contact person for job specific enquiries.

A workplace for remarkable people

For 150 years we have been reaching out to new communities, steadily building a generation of independent thinkers united in the knowledge that they are greater together.
We are committed to attracting, retaining and developing the best talent in the regions in which we operate. From our academic and research staff to those working in student experience, we are all part of a collaborative culture that inspires the highest levels of excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. We are proud of our SAGE Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation in 2019 for recognising our commitment to advancing the careers of women, trans and gender diverse individuals in STEM disciplines in higher education and research.

At Federation University Australia we value diversity, embrace difference and nurture a connected, safe and respectful community. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people of all cultures, abilities, sexualities and genders. Should you require additional support please email Organisational Development and Diversity .

Find out more about our Aboriginal and Torres Islander Employment Strategy . For support or queries relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment please email Organisational Development and Diversity .

What we offer

We foster a positive culture shaped by our values of inclusion, innovation, excellence, empowerment and collaboration as outlined in Federation’s Living Values Charter .

You will be able to take advantage of our UniSports Health and Fitness Centre in Mt Helen, in addition to benefits such as flexible work options, salary sacrificing options, on-campus childcare (Mt Helen and Gippsland), discounted private health insurance, affordable parking, wellness programs, professional development programs and many other benefits. For further information visit our LinkedIn Life page or our leave and work-life balance webpage.

For more information on a career with us, please visit our website or let our staff tell you more .

Advertised:03 Nov 2022 2:30 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:20 Nov 2022 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time