Child Care Worker – Wagga Wagga NSW Australia

The blocks tower reaches new heights, the shy new starter finally joins circle time with a grin, and every child leaves at pickup tired, happy, and buzzing with stories—that is the daily joy of a Child Care Worker at Gurwood Early Learning Centre in Wagga Wagga, NSW. VIP Immigration is recruiting passionate, qualified educators for this much-loved regional centre on permanent full-time contracts at $76,000–$86,000 + super (genuine above-award wages). The role closes 01 January 2026—immediate starts available for the right people.

Gurwood is a thriving, family-focused centre in the heart of Wagga serving local families, defence force parents, and rural kids who travel in. Rooms are bright, resources plentiful, and ratios are generous. As a Child Care Worker in Wagga Wagga, you will plan and deliver intentional play-based programs, build secure attachments, guide routines with warmth, and partner with families to give every child the strongest possible start.

Requirements

Gurwood wants qualified, experienced nurturers.

You are perfect with:

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care (or ACECQA-assessed equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years paid experience in long day care (room leader experience is a bonus).
• Current Working with Children Check (NSW).
• Current First Aid, Asthma, Anaphylaxis & CPR (or willing to obtain).
• Passion for play-based learning & the EYLF.
• Warm, patient, creative—children light up when you walk in.
• Strong English communication for family partnerships.
• Full Australian work rights—no sponsorship available.

Regional living lovers preferred—Wagga is affordable, friendly, and 4.5 hrs from Sydney/Melbourne.

Responsibilities

Your day is pure childhood magic.

Full-time roster (usually 38 hrs, 4–5 days):

• Plan & implement engaging daily programs—art, music, outdoor adventures, STEM.
• Supervise & scaffold play in 0–2, 2–3, or 3–5 rooms (they match your strengths).
• Nappy changes, toileting, meals, rest time with kindness & respect.
• Document learning stories, observations, and family updates (Storypark or similar).
• Set up inviting indoor/outdoor environments.
• Guide positive behaviour with empathy & clear boundaries.
• Build genuine connections with children & families.
• Contribute to centre quality improvement & NQS excellence.

No split shifts—finish by 6 pm latest.

Benefits

$76K–$86K + super = real regional reward.

• $76,000–$86,000 base + 11.5 % super – experience & qualification decide level.
• Permanent Full-Time – job security + 4 weeks annual leave.
• Above-award wages – paid exactly what you deserve.
• Paid professional development – conferences, TAFE upgrades funded.
• Supportive directors – open door, low turnover, mentors always available.
• Wagga lifestyle – big backyard blocks, short commutes, river walks, great schools.
• Relocation assistance is possible for interstate stars.
• Uniform provided + free parking.

Live well, save fast.

How to Apply

Join a centre that feels like family.

1. Update CV clearly showing Cert III/Diploma + 2 years paid experience.
2. Include current WWCC number & First Aid expiry.
3. Email everything to vipimmigration.gurwood@gmail.com
4. Subject: “Child Care Worker Wagga – [Your Name]”
5. Shortlisted educators get phone interview → centre tour & paid trial shift.
6. Apply before 01 January 2026—positions start January/February.

They hire for heart + qualification—don’t wait.

Shape Little Lives in Wagga’s Favourite Early Learning Centre

Landing a Child Care Worker at Gurwood Early Learning Centre in Wagga Wagga, NSW means $76K–$86K + supe,r permanent full-ti,me nurturing the next generation in a warm, high-quality setting. Cert III+, 2 years exp, big heart. From first smile to final story, you matter. Email VIP Immigration today and cafor re Wagga’s success.

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