Childcare Worker – Diploma Qualified

Locations: Traralgon, Morwell and Moe

Salary: $36.15 - $38.55 per hour + 12% superannuation

Multiple permanent and temporary positions availble

Permanent –

Permanent Full Time at Carinya Early Learning Centre Morwell

Permanent Full Time at Moe Early Learning Centre

Permanent Full Time at Traralgon Early Learning Centre

Temporary –

Temporary Full Time Position at Carinya Early Learning Centre to 28 July 2026.

Temporary Part Time Position at Traralgon Early Learning Centre – Wednesday & Thursday until June 30 2026

Do you want to make an IMPACT?

We are looking for passionate Diploma Qualified Childcare Workers to join our professional and dedicated Early Learning & Care team at our Moe (MELC), Morwell (Carinya - CELC ) and Traralgon (TELC) sites.

About the Roles

Latrobe City Council operates 25 Early Learning & Care services, providing quality early education and care to the children in our community. These roles provide the perfect opportunity for enthusiastic, dedicated professionals looking to further develop their Early Childhood career.

In these roles, you will have the chance to directly influence and contribute to the early education and care of our smallest community members. Children are our primary focus, they are valued and supported to grow and develop in our safe and enriching environments.

Permanent Full-Time position - Moe Early Learning Centre (MELC)

• 1 x position based at Moe Early Learning Centre (MELC) however you may be required to work across all 3 Early Learning Centres (Moe, Morwell & Traralgon) as required
• Must have availability to work between hours of 7:30 AM to 5:45 PM
• Must be Diploma Qualified

Permanent Full-Time position - Carinya Early Learning Centre, Morwell (CELC)

• 1 x position based at Carinya Early Learning Centre, Morwell (MELC) however you may be required to work across all 3 Early Learning Centres (Moe, Morwell & Traralgon) as required
• Must have availability to work between hours of 7:30 AM to 5:45 PM
• Must be Diploma Qualified

Permanent Full-Time position - Traralgon Early Learning Centre (TELC)

• 1 x position based at Traralgon Early Learning Centre (TELC) however you may be required to work across all 3 Early Learning Centres (Moe, Morwell & Traralgon) as required
• Must have availability to work between hours of 7:30 AM to 5:45 PM
• Must be Diploma Qualified

Temporary Full Time Position - Carinya Early Learning Centre (CELC)

• 1 x temporary position based at Carinya Early Learning Centre, Morwell (CELC) until 28 July 2026 however you may be required to work across all 3 Early Learning Centres (Moe, Morwell & Traralgon) as required
• Must have availability to work between hours of 7:30 AM to 5:45 PM
• Must be Diploma Qualified

Temporary Part Time Position at Traralgon Early Learning Centre (TELC)

• 1 x Temporary Part Position based at Traralgon Early Learning Centre (TELC) until 30 June 2026 however you may be required to work across all 3 Early Learning Centres (Moe, Morwell & Traralgon) as required
• 2 days per week - Wednesdays and Thursdays.
• Must have availability to work between hours of 7:30 AM to 5:45 PM
• Oppurtunity to work extra hours
• Must be Diploma Qualified

About You

You will have knowledge, skills and experience in the Early Childhood sector that will allow you to deliver the best possible outcomes for the children in our community.

You will also have:

• Qualification in accordance with the Children's Services Regulation 1998 – Diploma of Community Services (Children's Services) or equivalent
• A genuine interest in Childcare
• Previous experience with Children

Desirable:

• CPR & First Aid Certificate that includes asthma and CPR
• Anaphylaxis training

All successful applicants are also required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and have an employee Working with Children Check.

Go Further at Latrobe City Council

A career with us begins with a desire to empower and make positive change within our Latrobe City Community. At council you will get stuck into interesting work and experience growth as you see the impact you make unfold right in front of you.

Why work for us?

At Latrobe City Council we are an equal opportunity employer who invests heavily in our employees.

We offer a range of training and Personal Development opportunities including a structured Leadership Development Program

We want you to join our team and provide the best services possible for a fast-growing regional municipality in the heart of Gippsland.

To apply

Visit www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/careers to submit your application.

Applications close at 11.59 PM

Contact Maddison Zammit, Coordinator Early Learning and Care on 0408 905 391 for a confidential discussion.

Child Safe Organisation

Latrobe City Council has a zero tolerance to any form of child abuse and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. We create and maintain a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing and responding to child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, volunteers and contractors. Our recruitment practices reflect this.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Latrobe City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion, where individual uniqueness is embraced. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexuality.

At Latrobe City Council we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. Council's Indigenous Employment Program is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants and can be contacted at [email protected] or by calling 1300 367 700.

We at Latrobe City Council strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Careers team via email at [email protected] or call 5128 6113 noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.