35384


Senior Educator
Full-time Permanent

Closes: 08 July 2026

Classification: CIT Educator Level 2
Salary: $127,651 - $130,841 plus superannuation
Position No: 35384
Directorate: Canberra Institute of Technology
Advertised (Gazettal date): 24 June 2026
Contact Officer: Sarah Grieves on Sarah.Grieves@cit.edu.au or (02) 6207 3345


Details: The Children's Education and Care department is seeking an exceptional, motivated individual to fill the position of a full time Educator Level 2 in the department. The individual will have extensive experience and knowledge of contemporary VET training and assessment strategies and compliance requirements to support improvements at CIT. This individual will support the continual improvement process for the department.

The successful applicant will have the ability to provide leadership and guidance to support teachers and the department in relation to teaching and learning practices. An ability to work collaboratively, to engage with employers and key professional stakeholders and students as part of ensuring a quality learning experience, as well as a thorough knowledge of the national trends and "best practice" developments in the VET sector is required for this role. Maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders within CIT is also required.

Working at CIT: With an impressive 80-year history, Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) is an exciting place to work. As the largest VET provider in Canberra, we are here committed to recruiting, developing and retaining the best possible people at all levels. The benefits of working at CIT include:

  • Access to facilities to support your health and wellbeing, including CIT Fit &Well Fitness Centre at Bruce campus, as well as a strong Employee Assistance Program.
  • Flexible work options
  • Free parking

Eligibility/Other requirements:  

Mandatory Qualifications

Refer to the ACTPS CIT Educators Enterprise Agreement 2023-2026, sub-Clause M10.8.

Clause M10.8 states that all employees at Educator Level 1.3 (TL1.7) to the Head of Department Level must hold a full Training and Assessment Certificate IV level qualification (such as a TAE40116 or equivalent) and a Diploma of Vocational Education and Training (or equivalent).

Must be eligible to obtain a Working with Vulnerable People Registration card. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registrations refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra.

Industry Experience

In accordance with sub-Clause M10.10 of the ACTPS CIT Educators EA 2023 - 2026.

  • All employees at Educator Level 1 or Level 2 are required to have relevant industry experience and vocational qualifications equal to that being taught, or as specified in the applicable training package or accredited curriculum specifications.

Desirable

  • Proven successful engagement with industry areas relevant to Early Childhood Education and Care or Education Support
  • Leadership / Management experience
  • Bachelor of Education, Management or relevant higher-level qualification.
  • Hold a current driver’s license

Note:  An order of merit will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months.

How to Apply: Applicants are asked to submit a written application of no more than two pages addressing the Selection Criteria, as well as a current curriculum vitae and the contact details of two referees.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.

Applicants should note that a Joint Selection Committee (JSC) established in accordance with the collective/enterprise agreement provisions will assess all applications for this position.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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