SBAT Engagement Advisor, SEO2 • Temporary full-time appointment for a period of up to 12 October 2029 • Location: Please refer to "About the Position"

About the Department of Education

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners - from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training. We ensure young children get the best start in life by supporting and regulating the early childhood education and care sector. We unlock excellence and unleash the potential of two-thirds of school children in NSW. We're proudly public and the largest education system in Australia. We nurture opportunities for every learner to develop the skills needed for their chosen career path, helping shape the industries of tomorrow. We respect and value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia.

About the Skills and Workforce Programs directorate

Skills and Workforce Programs drives skills supply in NSW through the delivery of strategic workforce programs, with a strong focus on equity. We deliver high-quality VET in schools, including school-based apprenticeships and traineeships, and provide careers and pathways support to enhance educational journeys for all learners. We are proud to shape the future of workforce development in NSW through delivery of the NSW Skills Plan. We are a team-oriented, results-driven team, known for innovation, inclusivity, and a shared commitment to delivering positive outcomes that empower learners and communities.

About the position

This role contributes to the delivery of the Enhancing School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships (SBATs)



Engagement initiative under the Department of Education's Educational Pathways Program (EPP). This position is responsible for providing operational support to a team of SBAT Engagement Officers who work with EPP participating schools in strengthening their SBAT programs. The role facilitates reporting, project/initiative management and IT systems support which contribute to key EPP outcomes. The position will supervise a team that are located across the Far West, Orana, North West and New England area. Please note the position requires the successful applicant to undertake travel to support their team and EPP schools.

Please indicate at least one preference in education office from the following list in the pre-screening questions:

- Bathurst
- Broken Hill
- Dubbo
- Moree
- Orange
- Tamworth

For further information about this position, including the statement of duties, please review the position description.

Please be advised: The department may direct you to undertake classroom teaching and lesson preparation as required. For current NSW public school based employees or employees who hold right of return to a NSW public school, please confirm in the pre-screening questions that you have discussed this opportunity with your direct supervisor/principal and that they are willing to release you for the required period.

Closing date: Wednesday 11 November 2026 at 11:59pm.





Please Note: For permanent teachers in a NSW public school taking up a non-school based temporary appointment, the right of return to their substantive position is for up to 3 years. The 2017 transitional arrangement for the recruitment of Non-School Based Teaching Service positions, for all Senior Education Officer 1 (SEO1) and Senior Education 2 (SEO2) positions across the Department have ceased. Revised eligibility requirements for SEO1 and SEO2 positions are now in place. Applicants should refer to the Definitions for recent school based and recent NSBTS experience for further information

If you currently hold a temporary NSBTS role, please refer to Advice for current NSBTS considering applying for other positions during their temporary NSBTS appointment.

Existing internal employees are encouraged to refer to the vacation guide for teachers taking up a temporary Non-School Based Teaching Service position.

This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number and complete a National Criminal Record Check.

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability.

E-list: If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an E-list may be created from which these suitable candidates may be chosen and directly offered employment in other similar roles that may become available in the future.

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📌 SBAT Engagement Advisor, (Sydney)
🏢 NSW Department of Education
📍 Sydney