TAFE NSW Life-Changing Careers

Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III)

Tighes Hill Campus 

Permanent Full-Time Opportunity

$63,157 - $67,354 salary package - includes base salary ($55,644 - $59,342), 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.

Life-changing impact starts with an incredible team that sees their career as an opportunity to transform someone’s world. Whether that’s inspiring students, supporting each other, or helping our communities and industries flourish. 

We live by TAFE NSW values: Customer Focus, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work and inspire our performance.   

We invest in our people

At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.

We provide you with tools and ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, a 35 hour working week with a variety of flexible working options.

We offer:

• Job Security & Stability: Permanent opportunity 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 accredited courses to support your growth.
• 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

Join us as an Early Childhood Educator – Certificate 3 (internally known as Advanced Childcare Worker) where you’ll be at the heart of our Children’s Centre. You'll work collaboratively to plan and implement engaging experiences in a play-based and educational setting that supports each child's development, curiosity, and potential.

Our centre operates Monday to Friday, from 8:00am to 5:30pm. We are open year-round, with a refreshing three week break over Christmas. 

About you 

We’re seeking motivated individuals who thrive in collaborative environments, and effortlessly engage with educators, families, and children. Your ability to take initiative, work independently, and collaborate with your team ensures the smooth and successful operation of our dynamic centre.

What you will bring:

• A Certificate III recognised by Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA)
• A Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework, Early Years Learning Framework, and Child Protection - Mandatory Reporting Framework.
• A Current Working with Children Check and ACECQA-approved First Aid qualifications, including CPR, asthma, anaphylaxis, and diabetes management.

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

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

TAFE NSW is committed to building a culturally safe and inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

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

Applications close Sunday 6 September 2026 at 11.55pm AEST

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

• Your current resume
• Certified copies of your relevant qualifications to be uploaded as one document
• A Cover Letter outlining your suitability for the role (max. 1 page)

Additional Information:

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: Please contact Clinton Debreceny, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email at clinton.debreceny1@tafensw.edu.au or 02 7921 1310.

Role-specific enquiries: Please contact Emma Goulding, Early Childhood Director, via email at emma.goulding1@tafensw.edu.au or 0449 692 400.

For support with preparing your application and understanding the recruitment process, visit our Application Process page, and explore the helpful resources available through I Work for NSW.

This is a child-related position. Successful candidates must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing employment. TAFE NSW is committed to being a child-safe organisation and applies child-safe recruitment practices. As part of the pre-employment process, the preferred candidate will be required to undergo an Australian National Criminal History Check, qualification verification and reference checks.

To be eligible for a position at TAFE NSW, you must be an Australian citizen, a 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 used to fill future vacancies.