"VET Teacher - Veterinary Nursing"

About this Opportunity

• Continuing, Full-Time
• School of Medical Health Applied Sciences
• CQUniversity Townsville, Mackay, Rockhampton with working from arrangements available (Relocation support available)
• 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

CQUniversity’s School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences offers a diverse range of science and health-related courses. All courses are taught by enthusiastic staff with extensive industry experience, expertise in research, teaching and consulting in their areas of interest.

An exciting opportunity has become available within our Vocational Teaching team for a TAFE (VET) Teacher to play a key role in shaping our Veterinary Nursing program. You will contribute to the review, development, and delivery of training packages, course content, and teaching resources. You will ensure that our educational offerings are current, relevant, and aligned with industry standards.

We are seeking a candidate with current industry experience and a passion to teach the next generation of veterinary nursing specialists. This is your opportunity to share your valuable knowledge, skills, and experience – with a mixture of workshop, classroom, and administrative duties

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

• Possession of a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or higher.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, or a Diploma or higher-level qualification in adult education, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of the education and training sector and the ability to positively respond to new directions and demands of the training market.
• Demonstrated capability in high‑quality teaching practice, including effective delivery, assessment, evaluation, and the ability to adapt to evolving training sector needs while maintaining current industry skills.

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, 15 February 2026

Job Requisition ID: 6884

Contact Details:
Camilla Thomas
(07) 3295 1146
c.thomas2@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.

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

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.

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.

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