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Teacher - Learning Skills
Gold Coast
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Teacher |
| Workplace Location | Gold Coast |
| Job ad reference | TQ2026-533 |
| Closing date | 23-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent ~ Full-time |
| Contact person | Catherine.Munro-Browne@tafeqld.edu.au |
| Contact details | Access the National Relay Service |
LEARNING SKILLS TEACHER – TAFE QUEENSLAND GOLD COAST
Shape futures. Empower learners. Make a difference every day.
Are you passionate about helping students develop essential language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills to succeed in vocational education and employment? We are looking for an educator to play a vital role in delivering inclusive, high-quality training that transforms lives.
In this permanent full-time role, you will design and deliver engaging, outcome-focused learning programs tailored to diverse student cohorts, supporting learners from all backgrounds. Working collaboratively with teaching teams and Student Support Services, you will embed foundation skills into vocational delivery and positively impact student success. This opportunity is based at our Southport campus but travel may be required across the Gold Coast region.
Salary and Benefits
- $92,930 - $105,218 per annum + 12.75% superannuation
- 4 weeks recreation leave annually
- 5 weeks paid Non-Attendance Time (NAT) for preparation
- 17.5% leave loading paid annually
- Free onsite parking
- Paid professional development and industry release opportunities
- 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Program
- Corporate discounts (Fitness Passport, private health, Apple, Dell and more)
- Wellbeing initiatives and inclusive workplace programs
About the Role
As a Teacher, Learning Skills, you will:
- Deliver high-quality training and assessment across classroom, online and blended environments
- Design and implement flexible, inclusive learning programs aligned to foundation skills frameworks
- Embed language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills within vocational contexts
- Develop assessment tools and participate in validation and moderation
- Support diverse cohorts, including ESL/NESB learners
- Build strong relationships with students, staff and industry stakeholders
- Contribute to continuous improvement and uphold TAFE Queensland values
About You
You are a passionate educator who brings:
- Strong knowledge of the VET sector and contemporary teaching practices
- Ability to deliver innovative, student-centred learning
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Commitment to inclusive, equitable and safe learning environments
- A proactive approach to professional development and continuous improvement
Mandatory requirements:
a) Vocational competencies at least to the level being delivered and assessed:
- TAESS00026 - Foundation Skills Integration Skills Set or its successor; OR
- TAESS00009 - Address Foundation Skills in Vocational Practice Skill Set; OR
- TAE70111 - Vocational Graduate Certificate in Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy Practice or its successor; OR
- TAE80113 - Graduate Diploma of Adult Language Literacy and Numeracy Practice or its successor; OR
- TAE80213 - Graduate Diploma of Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy Leadership or its successor; OR
- Bachelor of Education, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma of Education or higher, with a TESOL method that includes a practicum component.
b) Possession of one of the following training and assessment credentials:
- TAE40122 - Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
- TAE40116 - Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
- TAE40110 - Certificate IV in Training and Assessment plus TAELLN411 Address Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy Skills and TAEASS502 Design and Develop Assessment Tools.
- TAE50111 - Diploma of Vocational Education and Training.
- TAE50116 - Diploma of Vocational Education and Training; or its successor.
- TAE50211 - Diploma of Training Design and Development.
- TAE50216 - Diploma of Training Design and Development, or its successor.
- Higher level qualification in adult education (approved by TAFE Queensland).
c) Current industry skills directly relevant to the training and assessment being provided.
d) Current knowledge and skills in vocational training and learning that informs the training and assessment provided.
e) Expertise, knowledge and skills in contextualising and assessing core skills (learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy) within a vocational context.
f) Evidence of undertaking professional development in the fields of the knowledge and practice of vocational training, learning and assessment including competency-based training and assessment.
Note: Proof of qualifications and industry currency/experience to be provided at interview.
Highly desirable:
- Sound knowledge of the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF)
- Sound knowledge of trade related mathematical principles.
- Sound knowledge of sensitivities surrounding effective engagement with various people from different cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds including students with NESB/ESL backgrounds.
Join us and help make great happen.
How to Apply
Submit your application via the TAFE Queensland Recruitment Portal, including:
- A detailed resume (including two recent referees)
- A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) ourtlining your skills and experience and how you will apply them to this role.
Closing Date: 4:00pm, Tuesday 23 June 2026
Job Reference: TQ2026-533
Job Contact: Catherine.Munro-Browne@tafeqld.edu.au
Further information
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