Early Childhood Educator

5 days ago


Riverina NSW, Australia NSW Government Full time $66,289 - $82,008 per year

Early Childhood Educator (Diploma)

Albury Children's Centre

Full-time, Permanent

Package of ($66,289 - $82,008) includes base salary of ($65,650 - $72,252) p.a. plus superannuation and annual leave loading

At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.

TAFE NSW Children's Centres foster a nurturing environment where young learners thrive, and educators are empowered to create a life-changing impact through play-based learning, creativity, and care.

Lead with purpose. Inspire young learners. Do meaningful work.

At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work in our Children's Centres.

We offer:

  • Job Security & Stability: Permanent, full-time role with the NSW Government.
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 35-hour workweek, flexible options, and a Christmas shutdown.
  • Professional Development: Access to mentorship, networking, and a commitment to ongoing learning.
  • Industry-Leading Benefits: 12% super and 17.5% annual leave loading, Fitness Passport, well-being programs, paid First Aid, CPR, Child Protection renewals, and free flu vaccinations.
  • Community Impact: Support local community and be part of a strong professional network with conferences, training, and peer collaboration.

About the role - Childcare at TAFE NSW

Join us as an Early Childhood Educator – Diploma (internally known 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.

Our centre operates Monday to Thursday, from 8:00am to 5:30pm. We are open for 48 weeks per year, with a refreshing four-week break over Christmas.

About you

You're a passionate educator who thrives in a 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.

What you will bring:

  • Diploma/Associated Diploma recognised by Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) with a minimum 12 months experience in early childhood services.
  • Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework, Early Years Learning Framework, and Child Protection - Mandatory Reporting Framework.
  • A Current Working with Children Check, National Police Clearance, and ACECQA-approved First Aid certification (including CPR, asthma, anaphylaxis, and diabetes management).
  • Demonstrated experience in early childhood services is highly regarded

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you

To find out more about the role, click to view the Position Description

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culturally safe and accessible workplace where dignity, trust, respect, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are valued, so you can safely bring your whole self to work and connect with your community through our many diverse employee networks.

If you require an adjustment in the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

A career of life-changing impact awaits you. Apply now

Applications close: 11.55pm AEDT Sunday 19 October 2025

To apply for this role, click on 'apply now' and provide:

  • Your current resume
  • Certified copies of your qualification transcripts (PDF)

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: contact Talent Acquisition Advisor Braidie Stride at

Role-specific enquiries: contact Early Childhood Director, Molly Henderson at

For helpful insights into preparing your application, TAFE NSW's recruitment process, and getting interview ready, read through our Application Process and the interactive Capability Application Tool.

This is a child-related position. A Working with Children Check is a prerequisite for anyone in child-related work. It involves a national criminal history check and review of findings of workplace misconduct.

To be eligible for positions at TAFE NSW, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

An eligibility list, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position, and position(s) of the same classification that subsequently becomes vacant, may be filled via this recruitment.

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