- Casual Weekly Paid position ending 12 September 2027
- CSP1 salary range $43.45 - $43.61 p.h. + super
- Based at Port Lincoln campus / Barngarla Country
- View: Role Description
The Opportunity
The Child Care Services Professional contributes to the management of the childcare centre through supervision and coordination resulting in high quality care for children.
What We’re Looking For
- Relevant Diploma in Children’s Services or equivalent qualification recognised by licensing authorities, with current Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care and First Aid certification.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with children, parents, cultural groups and other clients in both formal and informal settings.
- Demonstrated experience developing care and educational programs, coordinating day-to-day children’s services, supervising and motivating staff, delegating effectively and supporting purposeful change in consultation with the Coordinator.
What You Need to Know
A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the South Australian Department of Human Services is required before employment.
Please refer to the Role Description for all Special Conditions.
Why TAFE SA?
TAFE SA, proud winner of Training Provider of the Year in 2021, 2022 & 2024 SA State Awards and winner of the Large Training Provider of the Year 2024 National Training Awards, delivers high quality education and skills training across South Australia.
At TAFE SA, our values shape how we work — We Work As One, We Do What Matters, and We Step Up.
Learn more about our values and what it’s like to work at TAFE SA: TAFESA Values
Join an innovative team shaping job-ready students and creating life-changing opportunities. More than a job, make real impact! GO GET IT!
Perks & Benefits
Life at TAFE SA comes with perks you’ll love:
- Generous leave entitlements including Recreation, Sick, Long Service, Retention, Paid Parental, Family & Domestic Violence, Special and Cultural leave that supports cultural diversity and First Nations
- Purchase Annual Leave
- Salary Sacrifice / Salary Packaging options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health & Wellbeing Program
- Versatile work arrangements that support work-life balance conditions
- Inclusive, diverse and collaborative culture
- Career development and progression
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
Ready to Shape the Future?
Click "Apply" - we’re excited to hear from you! Share your resume and a response to the selection criteria outlined in the role description (maximum two pages). All applications must be submitted online.
For enquiries, please contact Debbie Hennessy – Child Care Coordinator via email at
[email protected]
Applications close: 6th December 2026 at 11:45pm
Inclusion and Flexibility Statement
Be you, be valued, be included. At TAFE SA, we celebrate diversity and encourage all applicants, including First Nations peoples, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people with disability, and neurodiverse talent. Need support applying? Let us know!
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📌 CASUAL CHILD CARE SERVICES PROFESSIONAL (Port Lincoln)
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📍 Port Lincoln