- 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 Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE (NVITAFE)

At Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE (NVITAFE), we’re building one connected organisation while continuing to deliver high-quality training and skills through the trusted GOTAFE and Wodonga TAFE brands.

NVITAFE operates across 11 campuses in Northern Victoria, and across a further 12 sites nationally to deliver training to the Australian Defence Force.

As one of Victoria’s largest regional TAFEs, with more than 1,000 employees and in excess of 14,000 students, we’re investing in our people, our capability, and the future of vocational education.

Every day, our people contribute to helping learners gain the skills, confidence and opportunities to transform their lives.

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.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative team at an exciting time in the evolution of NVITAFE.

About you

You will bring:

- 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.

We recognise that applicants may not meet every criterion listed in a Position Description. If you believe you have the capability to succeed in the role and can demonstrate relevant skills, experience or potential, we encourage you to apply.

What you’ll need

Successful applicants will be required to provide:

- A current National Police Check (issued within three months of commencement).
- A current Employee Working with Children Check (or evidence of application).
- A current driver’s licence where required.
- Must be able to undertake a pre-employment medical.
- Complete the mandatory National Child Safety Training on commencement.

Working at NVITAFE means being part of an organisation committed to making a positive difference in our communities.

We offer:





- a supportive and collaborative workplace culture
- professional learning and development opportunities
- meaningful work that supports students, industry and our communities
- the opportunity to help shape the future of one of Victoria’s largest regional TAFEs.

We support flexible work arrangements and, where operationally appropriate, may offer options such as flexible start and finish times, hybrid work, part-time arrangements, job sharing or other flexible work options.

NVITAFE is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women, LGBTQIA+ people, Veterans, and people of all ages, genders and identities.

Child Safety Commitment

Central to our values, NVITAFE prioritises the safety and wellbeing of young people, with Child Safety Officers in office and Child Safety Policies. All staffmustcomplete Child Safe Training and obtain a Working with Children Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

If you are excited by this opportunity to advance your career, contact Louise McLellan, Centre Director, for a confidential conversation at 02 580 or @wodongatafe.edu.au .

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact @nvitafe.edu.au and we will work with you to provide appropriate support.

Interviews may be conducted prior to application closing date and the position may be filled if a successful candidate is identified.

Close Date: 20/09/2026

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