- Expressions of interest for the Quality TAFE Teacher Program for 2026
- Become a TAFE teacher at Chisholm!
- Location: Dandenong/Cranbourne/Frankston/Berwick/Mornington Peninsula
Expressions of interest for the Quality TAFE Teacher Program for 2026 are now open for applicants with experience in our priority areas.
If you are interested, please submit your Expression of Interest by completion the application on QUALITY TAFE TEACHER PROGRAM.
Current trade priority areas listed for the 2026 intake:
Electrical
Current Defence Trade priority areas listed for the 2026 intake:
Electrical Fitting
Electronics and Communications
Engineering Fabrication
Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic
Air-conditioning/Refrigeration
Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Interested in becoming a TAFE teacher?
If you haven't yet completed your Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE), this program offers a unique pathway.
Make a career change: combine your industry expertise with the opportunity to gain your TAE qualification, all while being employed and training to teach at TAFE.
The Quality TAFE Teacher Program supports industry professionals transitioning into teaching by offering employment at Chisholm while completing a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
This program includes:
- Full-time employment
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A fixed-term 12-month contract
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Structured support to develop your skills as a TAFE teacher.
How does it work?
If you're accepted into the program, you'll begin working at Chisholm while completing your Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE). You will also undertake supervised work placement alongside Chisholm students or apprentices.
While the TAE qualification typically takes 9 months or more to complete, this tailored delivery model is designed to support you to begin teaching sooner.
Program support
To support your career transition, Chisholm provides:
- A dedicated mentor or supervisor
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Cohort-based TAE delivery with like-minded peers
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Supervised work placement within Chisholm
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Practical teaching experience to build confidence and capability
Program delivery
- Commencement: 5 October 2026
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Delivery mode: TAE delivery at the Frankston Campus, department-based work days arranged by the employing department
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Salary: Determined based on industry experience and recruitment process
Program requirements and eligibility
To be eligible, you must:
- Be an industry professional or qualified tradesperson in a priority area
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Have at least 3 years of industry experience
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Be an Australian citizen or have the right to work in Australia
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Provide a National Police Check
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Provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC)
If you have any questions regarding the Quality TAFE Teacher program, please contact: [email protected].
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Chisholm Institute reserves the right to withdraw an advertised position at any stage.
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