We have an exciting temporary full time Teacher position available until 25 June 2027 in our Community Services Team at TAFE Queensland's South Bank Campus.

About Us
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. Education 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:
• Safety First
• Focusing on our customer
• Taking responsibility
• Showing initiative
• Working together Your Opportunity We are seeking a passionate and industry experienced Community Services teacher to deliver an advanced qualification that prepares students for real-world roles supporting at-risk individuals and communities. In this role, you will design and deliver engaging, applied learning across classroom, online and workplace settings, develop students’ high-level communication and case management skills and guide them in working with others in the community, applying legal and ethical frameworks in practice. You will work closely with industry, use contemporary teaching methods, and provide tailored support to ensure students graduate job-ready and confident to enter a growing sector with robust employment outcomes. The Role As a TAFE Teacher, you have the opportunity to influence the careers of future industry persons by sharing your extensive industry knowledge to students in a classroom or other educational setting. We have an exciting temporary full-time Teacher position available until 25 June 2027 (unless otherwise determined) to join our Community Services team at TAFE Queensland’s South Bank Campus. This position reports to the Educational Team Leader. Salary The salaryrange for a Teacher Step 1 – 4 is $97,339.13
- $110,227.23 (gross)



per annum plus superannuation contributions of 12.75% of your salary. Benefits
• Four (4) weeks recreation leave (accrued annually).
• Five (5) weeks Non-Attendance Time programmed annually for preparation
• Paid overtime arrangements may be available, according to operational requirements, with generous compensation
• Flexible work options (e.g. Purchased leave, compressed hours, telecommuting) Mandatory Requirements Applicants must possess the following:
• Vocational competencies at least to the level being delivered and assessed;
• CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services
• current industry skills directly relevant to the training and assessment being provided;
• 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;
• Working with Children Check (Blue Card): This role involves regulated child-related employment and requires the incumbent to hold and maintain a current Blue Card or approved Exemption Card as a condition of employment. For further information regarding the Blue Card system, refer to www.bluecard.qld.gov.au.
• Current Queensland Driver’s license. Additionally, to become a TAFE Teacher, you must hold one of the following training and assessment credentials:
• TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or its successor; or
• TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment; or
• TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment; plus:
• TAELLN411 or its successor or TAELLN401A; and




• TAEASS502 or its successor or TAEASS502A or TAEASS502B; or
• A credential issued by a higher education provider which would enable the individual to satisfy the academic requirements for registration as a secondary school teacher and one (1) of the following credentials:
• TAESS00024 VET Delivered to School Students Teacher Enhancement Skill Set or its successor, or
• TAESS00019 Assessor Skill Set or its successor; or
• TAESS00011 Assessor Skill Set; or
• A diploma or higher-level qualification in adult or vocational education (approved by TAFE Queensland). Highly Desirable
• CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health
• First Nation persons are encouraged to apply Note: Proof of qualifications and industry currency/experience to be provided at interview. Not sure if you are qualified or experienced enough? Please note applicants need not necessarily possess teaching experience, as the right candidate may be trained and developed through coaching, mentoring and partnering. Importance is placed on possession of the appropriate qualifications, industry experience and the right attitude. For more information about how we could support you in your journey to becoming a TAFE Teacher, please read about our Foundation Educator program on the TAFE Queensland website.

How To Apply
To apply for this role, please provide the following
• a detailed resume including the contact details for two referees (one of whom is your current supervisor); and
• a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) that outlines your experience, skills and abilities and responds to the ‘How you will be assessed’ criteria. Applications must be submitted via TAFE Queensland’s Recruitment Portal Candidate applications may be considered for same or similar vacancies within 12 months of original advertisement closing date. Closing date: 11:59pm, Sunday 15 November 2026 Job Reference Number: TQ2026-1118 Contact Ms Nikki Bouris Educational Team Leader Email: Nikki.
[email protected] Occupational group Education & Training

📌 Teacher, Community Services (Brisbane)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Brisbane