This is a permanent full-time appointment

We are seeking inspiring individuals to join North Regional TAFE as a Principal Lecturer (Nursing). Whilst the position is located at our Pundulmurra Campus in South Hedland, flexibility to be based at our other North Regional TAFE campuses can be negotiated. However, regular travel to our other campuses across the Pilbara and Kimberley regions is required.

About the role
The Principal Lecturer is a teaching position and is expected to provide college or system wide educational leadership in his/her area of expertise. The Principal Lecturer has industrial leadership responsibilities, which relate directly to the education process, including curriculum, teaching initiatives and industry liaison.

During the performance of their normal lecturing role, a Principal Lecturer would focus upon leadership and qualitative improvement in educational processes and programs. A Principal Lecturer would be expected to have outstanding skills and qualities in education delivery with a focus on quality teaching and learning.

This position will be delivering health and nursing qualifications.

This position will also fulfil the role of Head of Discipline (HoD) in Nursing per the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) Enrolled Nurse Accreditation Standards 2017 - is the lead nursing academic responsible for the design and delivery of the program of study on behalf of the education provider. The HoD is responsible for ensuring that program is delivered as per the accreditation, responding to program monitoring and maintaining communication with ANMAC.

Lecturers employed in 2025 are eligible to receive a Temporary Regional Incentive of $15,000 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE). Eligible lecturers will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at NRTAFE, with the remainder paid on the anniversary of start date. Lecturers must remain employed in the location for 12 months to be eligible to receive the second payment.

Relevant Qualification and Experience
To be eligible for employment, you must have:

1. Significant relevant industry/ vocational or lecturing experience (At least 5 years' experience, including recent experience in a Nursing role

2. Relevant vocational qualifications and/or competencies at least to the level to be delivered and assessed including:

Relevant postgraduate qualifications in Nursing or Education/Training and;

Hold a AHPRA Registration as a Registered Nurse with no conditions or undertakings

It is preferred that applicants already possess a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or can demonstrate willingness or progression towards achieving it.

About Us
North Regional TAFE (NR TAFE) is the largest provider of training and vocational services in the north of Western Australia, servicing communities and industries across a region exceeding one million square kilometres. We have 11 campuses, from Wyndham in the north to Newman in the south, with the College’s three largest delivery centres at Broome, Karratha and Pundulmurra (South Hedland).

Our values reflect how we work to meet our purpose in creating opportunities through great learning experience. We are driven by our passion for education, deliver more than 200 nationally recognised qualifications and strive to provide educational opportunities to everyone, regardless of background, economic status, gender, race or location.

Training is also offered in non-accredited programs, short courses, work-readiness programs, literacy and numeracy, and skill sets.

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Find out more by visiting our website: www.northregionaltafe.wa.edu.au

Find out about North Regional TAFE please visit our website www.northregionaltafe.wa.edu.au

What we offer:
At NR TAFE, you can have a challenging and rewarding career. In exchange for your skills, passion and commitment, we offer a range of benefits including:

Nine weeks paid leave

Subsidised Housing with rent from $264 - $532 weekly depending on the category of the property.

Relocation allowance between the ranges of $6,500 and $8,500 depending on locality, if relocating from another region within Western Australia.

Air-conditioning subsidy to offset a proportion of your power bills during applicable months.

Generous travel subsidy up to $1,940 for yourself and your dependents plus additional travelling time each year.

District Allowance from $7,436 - $18,898 per annum

Country Incentive Allowance up to $7,291 per annum

Opportunities for professional development

Tax reducing salary packaging options

Government Employer Super Contribution 11.5%

College Christmas Closure – utilising leave entitlements

Flexible working arrangements.

Access to NR TAFE’s corporate uniform.

Free access to confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.

Subsidised annual influenza vaccination.

Up to five days Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Islanders

For Further Job-Related Information
Please contact Helen Hull, Executive Director Training Services on 0437 729 393 or email [email protected]

How to apply
Please ensure you review the Job Description Form (attached to the advert on JobsWA) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

To read the full advertisement and submit your application click the ‘Apply’, which will direct you to Jobs WA or go to - www.jobs.wa.gov.au

We require you to submit:

A comprehensive Resume including two professional referees

A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable)

A written application, of no more than three pages, addressing the selection criteria outlined in the Job Description Form in the context of the job role.

Applications close Wednesday 9 July 2025 at 4:00pm (WST).

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

To be eligible for appointment Australian Citizenship, relevant visa or permanent residency is required.

North Regional TAFE is committed to equal employment opportunity and embraces diversity and inclusion within its workforce. People from diverse backgrounds including people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.