Teacher of Humanities History

TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Teacher of Humanities History

TAFE Online Strathfield Campus

Temporary Full Time Opportunity 

$111,798 – $132,585 salary package - includes base salary ($98,499 – $116,813), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading (if part time add pro-rata)

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.

Life-changing impact starts with an incredible team that sees their career as an opportunity to transform someone’s world. Whether that’s inspiring students, supporting each other, or helping our communities and industries flourish. 

We live by TAFE NSW values: Customer First, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work and inspire our performance.   

We invest in our people

At 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 a variety of flexible working options.

About the role

We're seeking a passionate and dedicated Teacher of Humanities (History) to inspire and engage the next generation of learners by joining our team of teachers on a permanent full-time basis, located at Strathfield Campus.  All teachers are required to work within approved hours at Strathfield.  This is a TAFE Online role and will require online delivery.

You will bring a strong enthusiasm for History and the Humanities, along with the ability to create inclusive and engaging learning experiences for students from a wide range of backgrounds. You are skilled at adapting your teaching approach to meet diverse learning needs, presenting complex historical concepts in a clear and accessible manner, and fostering critical thinking, curiosity, and meaningful discussion in the classroom. You will also demonstrate a collaborative approach, working effectively within a dynamic teaching team and contributing to positive student outcomes.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to help students develop a deeper understanding of historical events, perspectives, and their relevance to contemporary society, while building the knowledge and skills required for further study and future career pathways.

About You

To be successful in the role, you will:

1. Hold appropriate subject knowledge and skills, and at minimum hold a Qualification at AQF7 (or above) with 2 years of full-time study in the relevant subject area for Humanities and/or History
2. Have a minimum of three years post-qualification industry experience relevant to your qualifications, gained no longer than five years previously.
3. Hold evidence of the required teaching qualification to deliver Vocational Education and Training (VET). See the candidate support document here for details.
4. Be prepared to develop and maintain your VET knowledge and skills as well as your industry currency, and trainer/assessor competence.

To find out more about the role, click to view the Role Description.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

TAFE NSW is committed to building a culturally safe and inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

Together we can change lives! Apply now!

Applications close 11.55pm AEDT 04th of November 2026

To apply for this role, click on 'apply' and provide:

• Your current resume
• Copies of your qualifications, where applicable (upload as one PDF file). Certified copies preferred; these will be required if successful for the role
• Cover letter addressing how you meet the essential requirements of the role

Additional Information:

TAFE temporary teacher applications will be considered in order of priority. All eligible persons whether internal or external to TAFE NSW are able to apply, however a Temporary Teacher Priority Assessment will be undertaken for this role. More information can be found here. 

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: contact Talent Acquisition Advisor Peta Handley on Peta.Handley@tafensw.edu.au

Role-specific enquiries: contact Brendan McKenna, Team Leader Career Pathways, on Brendan.McKenna@tafensw.edu.au

For support with preparing your application and understanding the recruitment process, visit our Application Process page, and explore the helpful resources available through I Work for NSW.

Interested in becoming a TAFE NSW Teacher and inspiring the next generation of students but don’t yet hold a TAE qualification? Speak with your Talent Acquisition Advisor about pathways to teaching or register your interest here.

This is a child-related position. Successful candidates must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing. TAFE NSW will also conduct an Australian National Criminal Record Check on the preferred applicant as part of the pre‑employment process.

To be eligible for a position at TAFE NSW, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

A talent pool, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.