Vocational Trainers & Assessors – Register Your Interest – Expression of Interest

If you know your field and you love helping people grow in it, this is where that expertise becomes something lasting.

The Community College by WEA Co is inviting expressions of interest from people who are skilled in their field and passionate about delivering accredited vocational programs across the Illawarra, Shoalhaven and Southern Highlands. We’re not advertising a single vacancy, we’re inviting expressions of interest from people who want to be part of something bigger, and who’ll be matched to opportunities as the right programs come together.

This isn’t a call for generalists. It’s a call for people with real industry experience and the skills, credentials and heart to bring it into the classroom in a way that genuinely changes what learners believe is possible for them.

About the role

Trainers and Assessors at The Community College deliver high-quality accredited training and conduct competency-based assessment within our RTO (RTO 90297). The role works in partnership with our Program Specialists to deliver programs aligned to learner needs, industry requirements, and ASQA regulatory standards.

This is a community-facing role, not just a classroom one. You will work with diverse cohorts of learners, including people with language, literacy, numeracy and digital skill needs, so you will be someone who can bring patience, professionalism and genuine engagement to every interaction.

What this looks like in practice

• Delivering high-quality accredited training aligned to training package requirements and learner needs
• Conducting competency-based assessment that is valid, reliable, fair and flexible
• Providing clear, timely and constructive feedback to support learner progression
• Maintaining accurate and compliant student records, including sufficient assessment evidence
• Supporting diverse learners, including those with language, literacy, numeracy and digital skill needs
• Building positive, respectful relationships with learners to understand their individual goals
• Contributing to safe, inclusive and culturally responsive learning environments
• Connecting learners with internal or external support services where needed
• Collaborating with Program Specialists and team members on program delivery and continuous improvement
• Participating in validation, moderation and professional development activities

Role details

• Location: Wollongong office (50–56 Auburn Street), with travel across the Illawarra, Shoalhaven and Southern Highlands Employment
• Employment Type: Casual and fixed-term opportunities, matched as programs align
• Classification: WEA Illawarra Enterprise Agreement 2019 — Schedule A (Trainer and Assessor), Category B, Level 4–10 depending on qualifications, experience and scope of delivery
• Remuneration: $61.58 – $76.65 per hour (inclusive of casual loading) + superannuation

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for experienced trainers who share our values and are genuinely committed to meeting community learning needs. You don’t need to have worked in an RTO before, and if you’re new to that world but confident in your industry expertise, we’d still love to hear from you. What matters most is that you hold the right credentials, know your industry deeply, and know how to work with people, especially those who are still finding their feet.

How to apply

To see more information and or apply for the role, please click on the below link and select the apply now button (once you have clicked on the link:

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You can review the Position Description at the bottom of the advertisement.

As part of the application process, you will also be asked to submit your resume and a brief cover letting telling us about your industry background, your training experience, and the kinds of programs or cohorts you’re best place to work with. In addition, you will need to respond to the selection criteria.

If there is a suitable program opportunity that aligns with your industry experience, skills and qualifications you will be contacted for next steps.

Only applications that provide relevant information within their CV and address all selection criteria as part of the application process will be considered for next steps.

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact:
Dannelle – Leader of The Community College
Mobile: 0401 681 225
Email: dannelle@weaco.com.au