The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care gives you an opportunity to explore more career options. From creative resource design to inclusion support, leadership, or advocacy, it offers a rich landscape of opportunities beyond the traditional role of working as an educator in an early learning setting. The following article provides examples of different career pathways for your Diploma qualification.
Education Support & Inclusion Roles
Inclusion Support Assistant
Support children with additional needs in mainstream settings.
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Education Support Worker
Assist in prep/foundation classrooms or community programs.
Browse listings across NSW
Creative & Community Engagement
Playgroup Facilitator
Lead community-based play sessions and support families.
View Woollahra and Sydney listings
Botany Supported Playgroup role
Early Childhood Resource Developer
Design educational materials, games, and documentation tools.
Resource Developer Roles
Leadership & Compliance
Compliance Officer/Manager
Ensure services meet regulatory standards and quality benchmarks.
Explore compliance roles
Center Director/Educational Leader
Lead curriculum planning and team mentoring.
Goodstart Educator role in Dubbo
Community Kids Parkes ECT role
Training & Advocacy
Trainer/Assessor (RTO)
Teach and assess early childhood students in vocational settings.
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Project Officer (Early Years Focus)
Support sector initiatives and community development programs.
Project officer roles
Therapeutic & Outreach Roles
Child Protection Caseworker
Work with vulnerable families to ensure child safety.
DCJ Caseworker roles across Western NSW
Support Worker (Integrated Living)
Provide personal care and domestic support to families.
Explore flexible roles in NSW
Next Steps
- Tailor your resume to highlight transferable skills (e.g., emotional intelligence, compliance knowledge, creative planning)
- Use keywords like “EYLF,” “trauma-informed,” “inclusive practice,” and “documentation tools”
- Consider short courses in child protection, cultural competence, or training & assessment (TAFE)
Please note: The positions above may be closed or expired and can be used as guidelines and for informational purposes.
Further Reading
Overseas Qualifications For Working In An Early Childhood Service
How To Become A Centre Director In Childcare
Detecting Fast-Tracked Early Childhood Qualifications in Interviews
Differences Between Cert 3 and Diploma
Actively Working Towards A Cert 3, Diploma Or ECT Qualification