TAFE SA
Job reference: 844529
Location: 5606 - PORT LINCOLN
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

• Part time 0.47 FTE ongoing contract 18 hours per week
• CCW2.5 salary $67,247 p.a. + super
• Based at Port Lincoln campus / Barngarla Country
• View: Role Description

Your Next Adventure

The Childcare Worker is accountable to the Curriculum Coordinator for the efficient provision of quality care and education ensuring the education, health, safety and welfare of the children in care.

Got What It Takes?

• Ability to relate to, and communicate effectively with a diverse range of children, families, staff, and students.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively within a team environment.
• Ability to identify and meet the day to day needs of individuals and groups of children.

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.

Meet Your Future Team

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. Join a dynamic, innovative team that equips students with job-ready skills and creates life-changing opportunities. More than a job — it’s your chance to make a real difference! GO GET IT!

Discover the Benefits of Joining Us

Enjoy a great range of employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health & Wellbeing Program
• Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance
• Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative culture
• Career development and progression

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

Make it Happen

Excited by this opportunity? Click Apply — we’d love to hear from you! Submit online your resume and a short response (max 2 pages) to the selection criteria, referencing the Role Description and the Industry Addendum. All applications must be submitted online.

For enquiries, contact Debbie Hennessy – Child Care Coordinator via email at debbie.hennessy@tafesa.edu.au

Flexibility Meets Inclusion

At TAFE SA, we’re proud to foster an inclusive and respectful workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds — including First Nations peoples, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people with disability, and neurodiverse talent. Need adjustments during the recruitment process? Just let us know, we’re here to support you.

First Nations Talent — Driving Change

We’re committed to meaningful career opportunities for First Nations peoples. Learn more in our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan.

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Applications close: 24/05/2026 11:45 PM

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.