VET Construction and Furniture Making Teacher/Trade Trainer

Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood (see more jobs from this school)

BURWOOD, NSW 


Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: Building and Construction , VET

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 4 May 2026



<p><strong>Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood</strong><br><strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP or by negotiation&nbsp;<br><strong>Application Closing Date:</strong> Monday, 4 May 2026<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-Time, Permanent, possibility Part-Time can be negotiated<br><br><strong>About Our School</strong><br><br> Join the exceptional team at Southern Cross Catholic College (SCCC) - crowned Secondary School of the Year (non-government) at the Australian Education Awards. SCCC provides Sydney's premier personalised applied learning approach for students in Years 10 to 12 seeking specialised education pathways in Vocational Education. Southern Cross Catholic College is an inclusive faith learning community where the dignity of all is respected. The College is committed to developing in our students the skills to be confident and creative learners in the world in which they live for today and tomorrow. The Southern Cross Advantage allows students to combine studies for senior school qualifications with higher-level national qualifications, graduating work-ready and with dual qualifications.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>About You</strong><br><br> Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood is seeking an enthusiastic Learning Facilitator in Construction and Furniture Making to work at our College. As a suitably qualified Trainer, you will be a dynamic educator, keen to engage and inspire our students and deliver a curriculum that caters for students with different learning styles. You will also play a vital part in developing and implementing effective lesson plans to ensure high-quality student learning and engagement.<br><br> This is a permanent, full-time position but can be negotiated as part-time for the right candidate. There is also the possibility of a 2pt Wellbeing Leadership role - please indicate your interest and experience in your application.<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Certificate II in Construction/Furniture Making or relevant Teaching Qualifications</li> <li>Certificate IV in Training and Assessment</li> <li>support the Catholic identity of the College</li> <li>excellent organisational and communication skills</li> <li>have a passion for teaching and learning, and the education of young adults</li> <li>have flexibility of hours, with block delivery classes</li> <li>have the ability to work autonomously and also to work positively and collaboratively as part of a team</li> <li>have a commitment to supporting student learning in a unique and innovative learning environment</li> <li>ability to deliver online course content and support students using technological learning platforms.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desirable:</strong></p> <ul> <li>ability to teach additional subject areas.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools</strong><br><br> Joining <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/">Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS)</a> means being part of NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. We offer job mobility, career diversity, and extensive professional development programs. We offer:</p> <ul> <li>competitive remuneration: up to $145,080. Base salary ranges from $90,177 - $129,536 (full-time equivalent)</li> <li>salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually</li> <li>up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students</li> <li>ongoing training and development opportunities</li> <li>Fitness Passport, wellbeing products and more</li> <li>generous Employee Referral Program.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong><br><br> Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:</p> <ul> <li>current CV and cover letter</li> <li>three referees, including your current employer/principal (where applicable) and your last principal.</li> </ul> <p>Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People &amp; Culture Services team.&nbsp;<br><br> If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People &amp; Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).<br><br><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</strong><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JUwVWhBzKqBWyEfCRxJ0Ex20ylDWvMDd/view?usp=sharing">Click here</a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.<br><br><strong>Working With Children Check (WWCC)</strong><br> This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.<br><br><i>SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.</i><br> &nbsp;</p>