Trainee Early Childhood Educator

​​Full Time, Fixed Term ​

$52,563 Per Year, Plus Super

Gain a valuable qualification in Early Childhood, in a supportive environment.

Assist in planning and caring of children within the Centre.

Amazing staff benefits includes fitness passport and career progression.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Achieve a qualification while you learn, in a well-established and supportive team environment. Career progression opportunities.

You will work as a member of a committed team of childcare professionals in providing quality care for children attending Wodonga TAFE’s childcare centre Kids on Campus.

The incumbent is required to assist the room leaders in the planning and caring of children within the centre, whilst providing an environment which meets the developmental requirements, educational needs, and interest of all the children within each assigned group. The position operates under the direct supervision of the Centre Director.

Selected Duties:

Assist in the implementation of relevant programs focused on the individual needs of each child withing the group.

Assist in education and care for children aged between 0 – 6 years.

Assist in the organisation and implementation of appropriate meal, snack, rest, and toileting routines.

Set up quality learning experiences for children.

ABOUT YOU

Skills & Experience

Your values align to ours - Community + Collaboration, Creativity + Innovation and Integrity + Respect.

The incumbent will be expected to undertake and successfully complete the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care during the period of the traineeship.

Current Level 2 First Aid Certificate (including current CPR training) or willingness to obtain

Current accredited Anaphylaxis and Asthma certificate or willingness to undertake training within a defined period of time.

ABOUT US

At Wodonga TAFE, we change lives through education. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we create a supportive environment where both students and employees can grow and succeed.

In 2026, GOTAFE and Wodonga TAFE will amalgamate and be unified as one organisation. We are bringing together the strengths, capabilities, and proud histories of both TAFEs whilst maintaining our distinct brands in community.

This means GOTAFE and Wodonga TAFE will deliver even greater outcomes for our learners and communities across regional Victoria. With a combined 1,100 staff and 14,800 students, this is an exciting time to join an innovative organisation that is evolving, expanding its reach, and investing in the future of vocational education.

You can learn about Wodonga TAFE by visiting our website or by downloading our careers flyer.

Child Safety Commitment

Central to our values, Wodonga TAFE prioritises the safety and wellbeing of young people, with Child Safety Officers on-site and Child Safety Policies. All staff must complete Child Safe Training and obtain a Working with Children Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

APPLY NOW

If you are excited by this opportunity to advance your career, contact Louise McLellan, Centre Director, for a confidential conversation at 0260 543 580or [email protected]. For more information and to apply, visit the Careers page on the Wodonga TAFE website.

Applications close: 11:59 pm Sunday 31 August 2025.

At Wodonga TAFE we are genuine about increasing the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our staff, students, and the broader Wodonga TAFE community. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.