"TAFE Teacher – Community Services"

About this Opportunity

• Continuing, Full-Time
• School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Sciences
• CQUniversity Rockhampton, Townsville, Mackay, Cairns, Gladstone or Emerald with negotiable work-from-home arrangements (Excluding SEQ)
• Total Remuneration $123,737 to $137,091 pa (including salary of $104,560 to $115,844 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)
• Equivalent Hourly Rate: $ 55.28 to $ 61.25 per hour

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

Join CQUniversity’s School of Nursing, Midwifery, and Social Sciences and help shape the future of community services education. We deliver practical, industry-informed programs that create job-ready graduates and strengthen communities across Australia. Developed in collaboration with industry, our courses ensure students gain the skills employers need—today and into the future.

As a TAFE Teacher – Community Services, you will design and deliver high-quality vocational education and training that meets industry standards and supports a diverse range of learners. You’ll teach in classroom, online, and workplace settings, maintain strong industry connections, and ensure compliance with VET and RTO requirements.

This is your opportunity to shape the future workforce by providing practical, outcome-focused training that makes a real difference to students and the community. If you are passionate about excellence in teaching and committed to continuous improvement, we’d love to hear from you!

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Mental Health Certificate IV qualification or higher, Diploma of Community Services or higher, or an Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Case Management CHC62015.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, or a Diploma or higher qualification in Adult Education (or equivalent), or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to design, deliver, and assess vocational education and training across diverse learning environments (classroom, online, workplace).
• Strong ability to engage and support learners from diverse backgrounds and maintain effective industry relationships.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 8 February 2026

Job Requisition ID: 6873

Contact Details:
Vicki Lyons
(07) 4150 7765
v.lyons@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

^Progression to Senior VET Teacher (salary of $108,770 to $115,844) will only occur if an approved teaching qualification has been obtained

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.