First Aid and Emergency Response Trainer and Assessor

Employment Type: Casual/Sessional/Full-time

ABOUT US

The National Institute of Technology (NIT) is a progressive and highly regarded vocational education and training organisation specialising in delivering courses in Information Technology, Engineering, Project Management and Business Management. 

The National Institute of Technology works with universities and higher education providers such as Murdoch University, Edith Cowan University, Southern Cross University, and Sheridan Institute of Higher Education to provide pathway programs to international and domestic students. We partner with the Australian Computer Society and Engineers Australia to deliver Professional Year Programs. 

To learn more about the National Institute of Technology, visit our website: www.nitaustralia.edu.au

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking qualified, motivated and engaging First Aid Trainers and Assessors to deliver practical, face-to-face First Aid and CPR training.

The successful candidate will have strong practical First Aid knowledge and the ability to create an engaging and supportive learning environment. Training and assessment will include hands-on demonstrations, realistic scenarios and practical activities that help students develop confidence in responding to emergency situations.

The units delivered include:

• HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation

• HLTAID010 – Provide basic emergency life support

• HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid

• HLTAID012 – Provide First Aid in an education and care setting

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver high-quality First Aid and CPR training and assessment in a face-to-face classroom environment.

• Facilitate practical, hands-on and scenario-based learning activities.

• Demonstrate First Aid techniques clearly and provide students with appropriate opportunities to practise their skills.

• Assess student competence and provide clear and constructive feedback.

• Support students from diverse cultural, educational and professional backgrounds.

• Maintain accurate training, assessment and student records.

• Ensure compliance with NIT’s training and assessment policies and procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.

• Maintain current First Aid knowledge, vocational competency and industry practice.

• Participate in validation, professional development and continuous improvement activities.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential:

• A current Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, such as TAE40122 or TAE40116, or another credential that meets current regulatory requirements.

• Current vocational competency in:

  • HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation

  • HLTAID010 – Provide basic emergency life support

  • HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid

  • HLTAID012 – Provide First Aid in an education and care setting

• Demonstrated current First Aid industry knowledge and practical experience.

• Ability to deliver engaging, practical and learner-focused classroom sessions.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

• Sound computer literacy and the ability to maintain accurate electronic records.

• A current Working with Children Check, or the ability to obtain one.

• Eligibility to work in Australia.

Desirable:

• Previous experience delivering and assessing accredited First Aid and CPR training.

• Relevant experience in healthcare, emergency response, education, community services or a related field.

• Experience delivering training to diverse student cohorts.

• A current Australian driver’s licence.

• Flexibility to deliver training across different schedules and locations, where required.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria. Please indicate whether you are applying for a full-time or casual/sessional position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

NIT is committed to an inclusive and culturally respectful workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all cultures, identities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.