We know how important attracting and retaining high quality staff is, so we’ve developed a range of supports and programs to help you continue to recruit and develop the workforce you need in 2025 and beyond.
These initiatives are all designed to help you to bring new staff into your service, drive retention and improve job satisfaction, while also supporting you to deliver high-quality kindergarten programs.
Ways to build your workforce
Communicate the value you place on the professional growth of your team by accessing and promoting the programs and resources below.
- Find out about the tailored courses and support available through the Early Childhood Tertiary Partnership program to upskill your existing staff, take on a new job-ready trainee or build relationships with soon-to-graduate students on placement. These courses allow students to learn at a pace and in a format that suits their needs.
- Take a look at the financial supports available to study and work in early childhood including generous scholarships and Free TAFE options for the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.
- Access the dedicated Victorian Early Childhood Jobs website and the recruitment kit for advice and resources, and contact the recruitment agency support panel for assistance in sourcing local, interstate and New Zealand candidates. Financial incentives are also available for eligible teachers and educators taking up roles in priority locations.
- Tap into the extensive range of professional learning and networking opportunities to enhance the skills and capabilities of your existing teachers and educators.
Reach out to your local Early Childhood Improvement Branch to help you navigate these options.
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