Careers at TAFE NSW

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Early Childhood Teacher

Talent Pool Recruitment

State-wide Across 15 TAFE NSW Children's Centres

Immediate + Future Permanent & Temporary Roles

Base Salary $76,568 - $105,908 p.a. plus employers’ contribution to 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 and temporary opportunities with the NSW Government.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 38-hour workweek, flexible options, and a Christmas shutdown.
• Professional Development: Access to mentorship, networking, and NESA-accredited courses to support your growth.
• Industry-Leading Benefits: 11% 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 Teacher, where you’ll create engaging and innovative play-based learning experiences that spark curiosity and support every child’s growth. In a nurturing and educational setting, you’ll help build strong foundations in language, confidence, and social development, shaping their journey toward a bright future!

Our Children’s Centres operate Monday to Friday, with varying hours from 8:00am to 6:00pm for each location. We are open for 48 weeks per year, with a refreshing four-week break over Christmas. 

We currently have the following opportunities available for immediate offer:

• x1 Permanent, full-time position located at TAFE NSW Albury Children’s Centre (20 place)
• x1 Permanent, full-time position located at TAFE NSW Wagga Wagga Children’s Centre (20 place)
• x2 Permanent, full-time positions located at TAFE NSW Sutherland (Loftus) Children’s Centre (40 place)

In addition to the above vacancies, we are actively building a talent pool for Early Childhood Educators across our 15 TAFE NSW Children’s Centres state-wide. Please see centre locations and capacity here.

About you

You are an enthusiastic, patient, and nurturing educator who:

• Inspires young learners through play-based learning and the Early Years Learning Framework.
• Thrives in a team-oriented environment where collaboration and inclusion are key.
• Communicates effectively, fostering strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor or Degree in Early Childhood Teaching (ACECQA-approved).
• NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation.
• Proven experience in early childhood education, with a strong commitment to the National Quality Framework, Early Years Learning Framework, and inclusive, socially just practices.

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 Monday 3 March 2025

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

• Your current resume (PDF)
• Certified copies of your Bachelor/Degree transcript in Early Childhood Teaching (recognised by ACECQA) and NESA accreditation (PDF)
• Response to one targeted question when prompted in the application form (max 300 words)

Targeted Question: Play based learning and intentionality is one of the key principles in the EYLF V2.0. Please outline your understanding of play based learning and how you implement this in your professional practice.

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: contact Braidie Stride, Talent Acquisition Advisor at braidie.stride1@tafensw.edu.au

Role-specific enquiries: contact Kat Sheldon, Personal Assistant to the Manager, Children’s Centre’s Operations at katherine.sheldon3@tafensw.edu.au

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.

A talent pool, 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.