Vocational Education Leader in Canberra

Are you passionate about vocational education, workforce capability and supporting Educators to succeed? Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) is seeking an experienced and innovative Educator Level 2 to join our Training and Education (TAE) team. The TAE team plays an important role in building the capability of CIT Educators and the broader VET workforce through the delivery of nationally recognised qualifications including the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122), Diploma of Vocational Education and Training (TAE50122), and other TAE skill sets. The successful applicant will be a collaborative and learner-focused Educator with strong knowledge of VET practice, compliance requirements and contemporary approaches to teaching, learning and assessment.

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver and assess TAE qualifications and skill sets using flexible, innovative and blended learning approaches.
• Develop, review and maintain high-quality learning resources and assessment tools aligned to training package requirements, contemporary industry practice and regulatory requirements.
• Provide leadership, advice and support to CIT Educators and stakeholders on teaching, learning, assessment and educational practice.
• Support the implementation of learner-centred, evidence-based educational approaches that promote student success and engagement.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of training products, assessment systems and quality assurance processes.
• Support Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) activities and provide guidance on assessment and evidence requirements.
• Maintain accurate and compliant student records and ensure reporting requirements are met.
• Work collaboratively with industry, Educators, students and stakeholders to support workforce capability and educational outcomes.
• Assist the Head of Department with the coordination and delivery of programs, projects and initiatives that strengthen teaching capability.
• Model professional practice, contribute to team culture and support innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement within the department.

Inclusion statement

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Eligibility / Other requirements

Applicants must meet the requirements of the ACTPS CIT Educators EA 2023-2026. Educator Level 2 applicants must:

Mandatory Qualifications

• Hold a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116, TAE40122 or equivalent).
• Hold a Diploma of Vocational Education and Training (TAE50122 or equivalent).
• Hold relevant vocational qualifications and industry experience appropriate to the qualifications being delivered.

Registration / Licensing Requirements

Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. All CIT employees are required to complete a criminal history record check prior to employment.

Desirable

• Experience delivering TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and/or TAE50122 Diploma of Vocational Education and Training.
• Knowledge of the 2025 Standards for RTOs and contemporary VET compliance requirements.
• Higher-level qualifications in education, vocational education and training, adult learning, learning design or a related discipline.

This is a temporary position available immediately until 22 December 2026 with the possibility of extension and/or permanency. Selection may be based on written application and referee reports only. A Merit Pool may be established from this selection process and used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

Application Deadline Closes: 09 November 2026