Georges River Council

Early Childhood Educator (Diploma) Oatley West

Are you looking for a permanent, full-time opportunity within Early Childhood Education, and the chance to be part of an innovative and collaborative Council?

We are currently seeking a Diploma trained Early Childhood Educator to join our positive and inclusive team at Oatley West Early Learning Centre!

What We Offer 

• Permanent Full-time role - 70 hours per fortnight
• Salary from $69,616.62 - $80,661.43 per annum plus 11.5% superannuation
• 3% pay rise in July 2025 in accordance with the Local Government Award
• 9-day fortnight based on operational requirements
• 2 days Health and Wellbeing paid leave
• Fitness Passport Program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Salary Packaging Options
• Sponsored Study Program
• Employee Rewards Program
• Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities 
• Close to public transport and underground parking available  

 About The Role

The Early Childhood Educator (Diploma) is expected to provide a friendly, secure, and stimulating learning environment for all children attending the Centre, and to assist in the planning and implementation of programmes which meet the developmental, cultural, and individual needs of children in care. You will enjoy creating an environment where every child's early years set the stage for a lifetime of curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning.

Understanding that each child’s voice is essential in decision-making processes will guide your approach. By actively listening to children and incorporating their ideas and voices into learning experiences and decision-making, you will empower them and foster a sense of belonging.

You will recognise the vital role that building strong relationships with families has on children’s learning and development, ensuring families feel valued and involved in their child’s education.

We believe in taking a holistic approach to children’s learning, and as such, educators are actively involved in cross-collaboration across services, planning incursions and excursions, purchasing resources and materials for children, and consulting on programs and routines.

Taking on the role of the Responsible Person within the service, you will assume responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the centre when necessary.

This is a wonderful opportunity to join Georges River Council within our Community and Culture Directorate.

The successful candidate will have

• Diploma in Children’s Services or equivalent. (for the purposes of the Education and Care Services National Law, and published in accordance with regulation 137(1)(a) of the Education and Care Services National Regulations)
• Current First Aid Certificate, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management Certificates, with at least 6 months until expiry
• Current Working with Children Check, with at least 6 months until expiry
• NSW Department of Education and Communities approved Child Protection Training Certificate
• Food Handling and Preparation Training Certification
• Sound communication skills and ability to relate well to children, parents, staff, volunteers and the community
• Ability to work as a member of a team, and to provide role-modelling as appropriate
• Understanding of Work Health and Safety requirements
• The ability to develop, document and implement an educational program for children

Desirable

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• Previous experience working with children 0-5 years of age, in a Childcare Centre setting
• Demonstrated report writing and documentation skills in maintaining developmental and daily program records
• Willingness to act as a Nominated Supervisor in a Childcare Centre setting
• Demonstrated ability to work with staff, volunteers and families from diverse cultural backgrounds and with families with additional needs
• Demonstrated ability or willingness to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrated knowledge of child development and learning and experience in the application of that knowledge in the implementation and evaluation of Centre programmes
• Demonstrated ability or willingness to prioritise and meet study and work commitments and/or deadlines
• Understanding and knowledge of and ability to refer appropriately to relevant children’s services and agencies
• Ability to speak a relevant community language e.g., Arabic, Cantonese, Mandarin, Greek

Please Note

• To be considered for this role, all selection criteria must be addressed in the application
• Please ensure that all required certificates are uploaded and current 
• Interviews to be held week commencing Monday 9th June 2025

About Georges River Council’s Early Learning Services

Georges River Council operates five strategically located Early Learning Services, caring for about 400 children in areas like Beverley Hills, Carss Park, and Kogarah. Our dedicated educators, recognized for delivering a high quality, play-based educational program, uphold the National Quality Standards, with two services earning an exceeding rating by ACECQA. Our diverse, united team fosters a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including responses to targeted questions. You should also review the Position Description essential criteria, then please submit your application today.

If you would like further information on this role, please contact Rochelle Howarth, Coordinator Oatley West Early Learning Centre on 9330 9499.

Applications must be completed and submitted via our website. Closing Date: Tuesday 3 June 2025 at 11.59 PM AEST.

Offers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.

Georges River Council aims to be a leading, people-focused organisation delivering outstanding results for our community and city. We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.

We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) in Australia to apply for this position.