Vocational Trainer

Are you passionate about turning everyday trades and skills into real career pathways for young people?

Help students gain practical, industry-ready skills, navigate workplace learning, and confidently step into jobs that build stronger futures.

Trinity Bay State High School is seeking a Vocational Trainer to join our Senior Secondary team in the 2026 school year.

This temporary role will commence as soon as possible from 27/01/26, working across five days.

Join us as a Vocational Trainer and inspire the next generation

This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.83FTE), 60 hours per fortnight.

About The School
Established in 1960, Trinity Bay State High School has developed a tradition of excellence in teaching and learning. The school enjoys a positive reputation within the community of Cairns and provides an extensive curriculum for all students.

The school is an Independent Public School that boasts excellent student results, very high public confidence, a strong International Program and direct links to James Cook University and Central Queensland University.

Your Role
A summary of the role that's being advertised, utilised to educate the candidate on the vacancy.

• Oversee RTO operations, ensuring compliance with AQF standards, quality processes, student management and VET teacher capability.
• Support Senior Schooling processes, including pathways advice, subject changes and QCE-at-risk interventions.
• Deliver VET courses and provide differentiated, industry-aligned instruction and assessment.
• Work collaboratively to design and deliver VET curriculum that strengthens students' transition from school to employment.
• Guide students in job-readiness, employability skills, workplace behaviour and successful job retention.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with industry, employers and the school community to support student opportunities and monitor progress.
• Maintain accurate training, assessment and reporting records, meeting all RTO, work placement and school deadlines.

About You
To be successful in the role, you will :

• Be highly organised and detail-focused, ensuring compliance, documentation and reporting requirements are met.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills, building positive relationships with students, staff and industry partners.
• Bring industry awareness and a practical mindset to help students understand real workplace expectations.
• Maintain a student-centred approach and adapt your support to meet diverse learning and pathway needs.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners to support strong student outcomes.
• Uphold professional integrity and maintain confidentiality in all aspects of record-keeping and student information.

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Occupational group
Education & Training