Lecturer Horticulture
12 months part-time (0.50 FTE) fixed-term appointment commencing in September 2026 until 15 October 2027 (with possibility of further term and/or permanent appointment) based at our pristine Denmark Campus, set amongst beautiful natural surroundings.
Classification: $96,229 – $124,271 pa, pro-rata LGA – Grade 1-9
Work Benefits
Our employees have access to a range of benefits including:
- Salary packaging/sacrifice facility
- 12% employer superannuation contribution
- Thirteen weeks paid long service leave after 7 years
- Fifteen days personal leave
- Four weeks annual leave
- Four weeks professional leave
- Flexible working hours
- Paid parental leave – 14 weeks
- Access to a range of flexible work arrangements, including the ability to undertake some activities related to delivery off campus
- Support, including additional leave, to undertake professional development
About the Role
We are currently seeking candidates with experience and expertise in Horticulture to plan, develop and deliver training and assessment to students in this study area.
As a lecturer, you’ll play a key role in teaching, supporting and assessing students in line with the relevant training package requirements. You’ll also take part in professional and delivery‑related activities, keeping your industry knowledge current so you can provide up‑to‑date guidance to both the College and industry partners.
Required Qualifications & Experience
To be eligible for employment applicants must hold a minimum Certificate IV in Horticulture or equivalent and have a minimum of 5 years working in the area of expertise.
To deliver accredited VET training, the minimum qualification required is the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122, TAE40116 or TAE40110), or a secondary teaching qualification with an Assessor Skill Set (TAESS00011, TAESS00019 or TAESS00024).
If you don’t yet hold the required VET credential, you’re still welcome to apply. South Regional TAFE will support the successful candidate to enrol in an approved qualification, begin training promptly and make steady progress toward completion within two years of starting.
How to Apply
Submit your application via Jobs WA portal.
Please ensure you review the Job Description Form (attached to the advert on Jobs WA) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.
We require you to submit:
- Your current resume / curriculum vitae (no more than four pages) including at least two professional referees
- A written application addressing the suitability requirements outlined in the Job Description Form, maximum 2 pages
- A certified copy of any qualifications, licences and registrations relevant to the teaching area. These will need to be certified in accordance with the Statutory Regulations 2018 (Cth)
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
Applications close Wednesday 16 September 2026 at 4:00pm (WST).
