At Tillys Play and Development Centres we are dedicated to providing the best quality care and education available through the use of modern and up to date equipment and facilities and dedicated qualified staff, because at Tillys we believe that “Good Beginnings Never End”. If you are passionate about providing the best quality care and education to children and would like to begin your career with us, click the link below to submit your resume!
We are currently recruiting for the following positions:
All Centres: Casual Educators Certificate III or Diploma Qualified – On Call 5 days per week. (Visit www.tillyschildcare.com.au/our-centres for specific centre locations.)
Abermain – Diploma Qualified Educator – Programming Role – 4 days / 30 hours per week.
Cardiff – Diploma Qualified Educator – 4 days / 37.92 hours per week.
Cardiff / Fern Bay / Waratah / Waratah 2 – Float Cleaner Position – 5 evenings / 10 hours per week (2hr shifts) + possible sick leave/annual leave cover.
Chisholm – Nursery – Diploma Room Educator – Maternity Leave Position – 3 days / 28.5 hours per week.
Chisholm – Toddler – Diploma or ECT Room Leader & Programmer – Maternity Leave Position – 4 days / 34 hours per week.
Chisholm – Preschool – Diploma or ECT Room Programmer – Maternity Leave Position – 4 days / 34 hours per week.
Cooranbong – Diploma Qualified Educator Programming Position – 3 days / 28.5 hours per week.
East Maitland – Certificate lll Qualified Educator – 4 days / 30 hours per week.
Fern Bay – Certificate lll Trainee – 5 days / 38 hours per week.
Fern Bay – Centre Cleaner – 5 evenings (3hrs) / 15 hours per week.
Fern Bay – Centre Cook/Chef – 5 days / 32.5 hours per week.
Gillieston Heights – Centre Cleaner – 5 evenings / 20 hours per week.
Kurri Kurri – All positions – Certificate lll, Diploma, ECT, Cook, Cleaner – Various hours and days available when centre opens (January 2026).
Rutherford – Certificate lll Trainee – 5 days / 38 hours per week.
Rutherford – Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) – 5 days / 38 hours per week.
The Junction – All positions – Certificate lll, Diploma, ECT, Cook, Cleaner – Various hours and days available when centre opens (January 2026).
Waratah 1 – Diploma Qualified Educator, or Working Towards Diploma – 4 days / 30 hours per week (With future potential to increase).
Waratah 1 – Diploma Qualified Educator – Non-programming role – 5 days / 37.5 hours per week.
Waratah 2 – Certificate lll Qualified Educator – 3 days / 22.5 hours per week.
Waratah 2 – Certificate lll Trainee – 5 days / 38 hours per week.
Waratah 2 – Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) – 4 days / 36 hours per week.
OR click here to visit Seek to view our advertised positions.
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
If you have passion, enthusiasm and a strong commitment to high quality care and education submit your resume today!
Or click here to visit our available positions in SEEK.
Meet Belinda:
I joined the Tillys team at our Muswellbrook centre as an educator in January 2012 after the birth of our fourth child. I then became the Director there in 2014 returning to full time work as my own children grew older. In 2016 I transferred as the director to our Greta centre and in July 2018 I moved into the Educational Advisor/Area Manager role working with all of our centres supporting them in their programming and practice to ensure they are working with knowledge of the most up to date research and best practice.
My passion is child-led play based learning in early childhood along with strong, positive relationships with children, educators, families and communities that foster best outcomes for children. I advocate for children’s rights, the best interests of children and for supportive and inclusive environments that empower those involved and encourage others to join. I am committed to continually learning, gaining new knowledge and continuing to grow as an educator. I have the strong belief that ‘Good beginnings never end’ and attribute to supporting a lifelong journey of learning.
My career with Tillys and relationships with other educators, leaders and management pushes me to be the best early childhood teacher I can be, empowers me as an educator, inspires me as a leader and supports me as an employee.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for a position at Tillys Play and Development Centres?
You can apply for a position with Tillys by using this website. Once you have found a job that you would like to be considered for simply click on the link and submit your resume.
Alternatively, you can apply via our advertised positions on SEEK here.
If you can’t see a position that suits you, you can still submit your resume through via the link, or email amy@tillyschildcare.com.au. We can keep this on hand in case something becomes available in the near future!
Do I need to complete a working with children check?
Prior to commencement with Tillys you will need to gain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) to be able to work in one of our centres. Click here for details on obtaining a Working with Children’s Check.
Why should you work for Tillys Play and Development Centres?
Our aim is to ensure all staff are supported in a fun, energetic environment that encourages personal growth and development. Some of the benefits when working with us include:
Full time, part time and casual employment opportunities;
Flexible days and hours;
Up to 21% above award rates;
Career progression and advancement opportunities;
A friendly and supportive environment with like-minded and passionate individuals;
Complimentary uniform;
Excellent facilities and resources;
Access to paid professional development opportunities including; Training and Development program – Future Leadership development, curriculum training, annual conference, critical reflection forums;
Replaced paid time off the floor for curriculum planning and documentation OR study/traineeship time;
Modern approach to documentation through an online platform of OWNA/StoryPark/Class Dojo/Padlet;
Laptops, computers or iPads in each room for educators;
Staff bonuses and incentives including free movie tickets, lunches and gift vouchers;
Room for growth within the company;
Monthly staff incentives including movie tickets and gift vouchers;
Free influenza vaccinations each year;
NESA fees paid yearly for University Trained Early Childhood Teachers;
Paid Team Meetings;
Westpac member benefits;
Reduced Genesis gym membership fees;
Free weekly yoga class;
Referral Bonus Program with $300 gift card;
Ongoing guidance from an extended management team with over 25 years of knowledge and experiences, and from fellow educators – some of whom have been with our company since we opened in 1994.
Is there opportunities for career progression at Tillys?
Tillys is committed to supporting educators and helping them to make the most of their potential. Tillys can assist educators to upskill their current qualifications through traineeships. For example, an educator with a Certificate III qualification may earn their Diploma qualification and work their way up to becoming a room leader.
What professional development opportunities are available?
At Tillys Play & Development Centre we believe in supporting staff professional development which offer educators the opportunity to engage in meaningful and essential learning. Our team of Educational Advisors prioritise sourcing valuable professional development courses to assist our educators to further develop their knowledge and skills in the Early Childhood Education and Care sector.
What is the Gateways program?
Tillys Play and Development Centres in partnership with International Childcare College have an opportunity for you to study CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care FEE FREE* with Tillys Gateways – Good Beginnings program.
Click here to view the course brochure for more information
What does this course offer?
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care will equip you with beginning skills and essential knowledge to successfully undertake the role of a trained Early Childhood Educator.
Delivered over 12 months this program provides a holistic approach to learning by allowing students access to:
Trainer led face-to-face classroom learning. Guaranteed work placement at Tillys Play & Development – Waratah #2 Centre, providing first-hand experience in the role of an Early Childhood Educator. Online self-study to complete learning and assessments at your own pace.When can I start?
For information on our next intake – contact the college on 4956 4333 or email carmen@childcarecollege.com.au
Am I eligible for FEE FREE* enrolment?
For learners to be enrolled FEE FREE under NSW Government Skilling for Recovery funding they must be:-
15 years old or over. No longer at school. Living or working in NSW. An Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen.And be one (or more) of the following:
Job seeker. This includes someone who is unemployed, on income support payments or expected to become unemployed. Young person (including school leaver) aged 16-24, regardless of employment status. NSW veteran and their recognised partner or spouse. Young person (including school leaver) aged 16-24, regardless of employment status. Any individual (including an employed person) seeking fee-free* training in specific full and part qualifications in aged care, childcare, disability care, digital skills or Training and Assessment (TAE).
