TAFE Queensland is proud to be the largest and most experienced Vocational Education and Training provider in the State, with a history of serving Queensland communities for more than 140 years.

At TAFE Queensland, we hold true to our values and keep our customers at the centre of everything we do. By living these values, we continue to strengthen TAFE Queensland’s reputation as a leading provider of high quality education and training. Our people are recognised for demonstrating these values in their everyday work.

The Role

Shape the next generation of dental technicians and make a meaningful impact on the future of healthcare.

As a TAFE Queensland Dental Technology Teacher, you will play a critical role in preparing students with the clinical capability, confidence, and professionalism required to succeed in the Dental industry.

This is a unique prospect to bring your real-world experience into the classroom and clinical environment, guiding students through hands‑on learning and helping them transition into rewarding careers in a high demand sector with strong employment outcomes.

We have exciting casual teaching opportunities available to support delivery of our Dental Technology programs across Semester 1, 2027 with positions are available across TAFE Queensland’s Brisbane campus

These positions report to the Educational Team Leader.

The casual hourly rate for a Teacher is $120.80 plus superannuation.

- Competitive hourly rates
- 12.75% Superannuation and Salary packaging options available
- Wellbeing initiatives and social responsibility programs
- Access to Employee Assistance Program

Mandatory Requirements

Applicants must possess the following:

Vocational competencies at least to the level being delivered and assessed:

- Minimum possession of HLT55118- Diploma of Dental Technology or higher,



or equivalent relevant /higher qualification in Dental Technology.

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).

Current industry skills directly relevant to the training and assessment being provided including demonstrated high level of practical ability and a thorough understanding of Dental Technology procedures, techniques and appropriate terminology.

Current knowledge and skills in vocational training and learning that informs the training and assessment provided.

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.

Current Queensland Driver’s license.

Working with Children Check (Blue Card).

Note: Proof of qualifications and industry currency/experience to be provided at interview.

Highly desirable

- High level of digital literacy skills across various platforms (online Learning Management Systems)
- Knowledge of CAD / CAM and 3D printing and milling / 3 Shape software/ programs would be highly beneficial.

Job Reference Number

TQ2026-1042

Contact

Karen Jones,Educational Team Leader, Dental

📌 Casual Teachers, Dental Technology (Brisbane)
🏢 Tafe Queensland
📍 Brisbane