Talent Acquisition Advisor - Disability Targeted
Location negotiable across NSW (subject to campus availability)
Permanent Full Time
$110,972-$119,506 salary package - includes base salary ($97,771-$105,29, plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
TAFE NSW is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. People with disability and/or have lived experience of disability are encouraged to apply for this targeted role, with greater consideration given to eligible applicants to help improve access to meaningful employment and career development opportunities.
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 Focus, 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, ongoing training and professional development, opportunity to join staff networks, health and wellbeing programs, and a 35-hour working week with flexible working options.
About the role
As a Talent Acquisition Advisor (Disability) you’ll be the trusted partner for hiring managers across TAFE NSW. You will provide operational support and specialist advice for talent acquisition activities, with a focus on sourcing, attracting and placing candidates with disability or who are neurodivergent, through inclusive and accessible recruitment practices that remove barriers and support equitable hiring decisions.
You’ll work closely with hiring managers to understand their needs, give practical and timely advice, and build their confidence in making great hiring decisions. Customer service is at the heart of what you do, ensuring hiring managers feel supported, candidates feel valued, and every recruitment outcome delivers positive results for our students and communities.
About you
You’re an experienced recruiter who loves making a positive impact. With a Diploma in a relevant discipline, or equivalent experience, you bring strong end-to-end recruitment expertise and know how to deliver great outcomes in a busy environment. You're passionate about creating inclusive recruitment experiences and enjoy partnering with hiring managers to attract diverse talent and support equitable hiring decisions.
Here’s what sets you apart:
- Strong experience across all stages of the recruitment process, from attracting and sourcing candidates to assessment, selection, and compliance.
- Skilled in using social media and sourcing tools to connect with top talent.
- Builds trusted, collaborative relationships with hiring managers while keeping candidate experience a priority.
- Comfortable managing competing priorities.
- Works well in a team, sharing knowledge and ideas, and supporting others to succeed
- Highly Desirable: Experience using Applicant Tracking System (ATS), such as Page Up, to manage end-to-end recruitment processes.
about the role in the role description available in the following formats:
- Talent Acquisition Advisor (Disability) (docx)
- Talent Acquisition Advisor (Disability) (pdf)
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.
To apply for this role, select 'Apply Now' and provide:
- Your current resume
- Copies of your qualifications, where applicable (upload as one PDF file).
- A response to the targeted question when prompted in the application form (maximum 300 words)
Targeted Question: Describe a time when you provided recruitment advice to a hiring manager that helped create a more inclusive and accessible recruitment process. What advice did you provide, and what was the outcome?
A career of life-changing impact awaits you. Apply now!
Applications close 11.55pm AEST Wednesday 26 August 2026
Additional information: This role is targeted to people with disability. If you progress through the recruitment process, we will work with you to confidentially confirm your eligibility. This involves providing documentation as evidence of disability prior to an offer being made. All information will be handled sensitively and in line with privacy requirements.
General recruitment and adjustment/requirement enquiries: Contact Paula Zacharakis Petsis, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email at
[email protected] or phone 02 7921 6383.
Role-specific enquiries: Contact Renae Lindner, Talent Acquisition Leader, via email
[email protected] or phone 02 7921 1902.
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.
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.
Location is negotiable across our TAFE NSW campuses. Please note that preferred campus location is not guaranteed and is subject to campus availability at the time of offer.
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