Head Teacher of Automotive Light Vehicle

On Wonnarua Country at the Muswellbrook TAFE NSW Campus Permanent Full Time$153,047 package includes salary ($135,445), employer's superannuation and annual leave loading At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact. That's why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow. We invest in our peopleAt TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.We provide you with tools and ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and depending on your role, a variety of flexible working options. About the roleTAFE NSW is seeking a passionate and experienced professional to join our team as Head Teacher Automotive Light Vehicle, a permanent full-time leadership position based at Muswellbrook, with travel to Cessnock and Singleton to support teaching sections. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a team of five dedicated staff in delivering high-quality vocational education in a high-growth industry. As Head Teacher, you will coordinate educational programs, mentor and support teaching staff, and ensure compliance with TAFE NSW policies and regulatory standards. You'll also engage with industry and community stakeholders to ensure our training remains relevant and impactful. This is a career-defining opportunity for someone ready to take the next step in educational leadership - offering job security, competitive pay, professional development, and a strong work-life balance in a subject area you're passionate about. About YouYou are a seasoned educator with at least five years of teaching experience in the automotive industry and a deep understanding of vocational education. You bring subject matter expertise, a passion for mentoring others, and a collaborative approach to leadership. Your ability to coach and guide a team of energetic professionals helps drive strong educational outcomes. You're confident delivering training both face-to-face and via connected learning platforms, and you understand the importance of building strong relationships with students, industry partners, and internal stakeholders. You thrive in a dynamic environment where balancing teaching, leadership, and administrative responsibilities is key. You're skilled at prioritising tasks, navigating competing demands, and maintaining a strong customer focus - even when faced with pressing issues from management or classroom commitments. Your knowledge of RTO Standards and the TAFE NSW operating structure ensures you meet compliance requirements while delivering high-quality education. If you're ready to lead with purpose and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear how you approach these challenges and meet the Essential Requirements:Possess the qualification AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent. Appropriate technical or professional qualifications, and vocational and/ or industrial experience, to be able to teach in one of the principal areas supervised by the head teacher position.Evidence of successful completion of an approved program of teacher education, or evidence of successful completion and or undertaking current studies of an acceptable teaching qualification. (AQF) Level 5 or higher qualification in Vocational Education and Training (VET)/ Adult Education OR hold a TAE40116 or equivalent and commit to obtaining the AQF Level 5 or higher qualification within 18 months of employment.Extensive industry experience in your area of specialisation in the automotive industry and/or related industry.Ability to meet all the essential requirements listed in the position description. To find out more about the role, click to view the Position Description How to ApplyFor further information regarding the role please click the apply button where you will be redirected to the Careers at TAFE NSW website where you can review the application process and application instructions.