Early Childhood Educator (Diploma)
Various Locations - listed below
Talent Pool
$66,289 – $82,008 salary package - includes base salary ($65,650 - $72,252), plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact. That’s why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow.
About the role – Early Childhood Education and Care at TAFE NSW
Join us as an Early Childhood Educator (Diploma) (known internally at TAFE as Early Childhood Officer) where you’ll design and deliver engaging, developmentally rich programs that ignite curiosity and foster growth. Make a lasting impact by fostering a safe, inclusive, and dynamic learning environment that supports every child’s growth and potential in a play-based and educational setting. At our centres the safety and wellbeing of children is paramount.
Our Children’s Centres operate Monday to Friday, with opening hours varying by location. Some Centres open between 7:45 am and 8:30 am and close between 5:00 pm and 5:45 pm. We are open for 48 weeks per year, with a refreshing four-week break over Christmas.
We are currently seeking individuals who are interested in working at the following locations:
- Albury
- Blacktown
- Granville
- Kingswood (Nepean)
- Meadowbank
- Mount Druitt
- Narrandera
- Newcastle
- Shellharbour
- Sutherland
- Wagga Wagga
- Wetherill Park
- Wollongong
A Talent Pool, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.
About You
You’re an educator who thrives in a diverse team environment and connects easily with children, families, and colleagues. You take initiative, bring creative learning ideas to life, and help create a safe, vibrant space where children thrive, all while ensuring the smooth and successful operation of our dynamic Children’s Centre.
To be successful in this role you will:
- Hold a Diploma/Associated Diploma recognised by Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) with a minimum 12 months experience in early childhood services.
- Have a strong understanding of the National Quality Framework, Early Years Learning Framework, and Child Protection - Mandatory Reporting Framework.
- Hold a Current Working with Children Check, National Police Clearance, and ACECQA-approved First Aid certification (including CPR, asthma, anaphylaxis, and diabetes management).
Highly Desirable
- Demonstrated experience in early childhood services
- Have completed unit CHCPRT025 - Identify and report children and young people at risk
- Have completed Foundational Training - National child safety training - Department of Education, Australian Government.
Together we can change lives! Apply now!
Applications close 11:55pm AEST Monday 13 July 2026
How to Apply
For further information regarding the role please click the apply button where you will be redirected to the Careers at TAFE NSW website where you can review the Role Description, application process and application instructions.
