Role: Early Childhood Teacher
Employment Type: Permanent full-time
Pay: $38.41 -$59.13 per hour plus super
- Help provide the best start to a child’s life. Make a lasting impact while growing an incredible career
- Competitive salary package on par with state primary school Teachers
- Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave
Looking for a chance to bring your knowledge and creativity to an environment where you’ll be truly valued? Excited by the chance to shape pedagogy and practice in your room? Interested in creating a curriculum that aligns with children’s needs, interests and ideas? Then we’d love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.
As an Early Childhood Teacher, you’ll inspire a love of learning in children and foster their development through purposeful, intentional teaching practices that are delivered with creativity and energy. You will build meaningful relationships with families, so each child has a strong sense of belonging that supports them to thrive. Your love of teaching will be reflected in how you mentor and guide educational practices in your room, and in your work with the broader centre leadership team to develop, review, and implement high-quality early learning programs, to ensure you’re achieving optimal outcomes for children.
About our school:
Are you passionate about early childhood education and looking to make a meaningful impact? Our school is the place for you! Located in a serene street close to essential amenities like shopping complexes and community halls, our centre is a vibrant hub for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. At our school, we aim to nurture confident, competent learners who thrive on social interaction. We believe in the power of early education to shape the future, and we are dedicated to creating a positive, inclusive environment for all.
Why Choose Us?
- Exceeding Rating: We were awarded an Exceeding Rating in 2019, reflecting our commitment to high-quality standards based on the National Quality Standard.
- Experienced Team: Many of our educators have been with us since our establishment in 2003, bringing a wealth of experience and dedication.
- Key Educator Approach: We foster strong, nurturing relationships between families, educators, and children, ensuring each child feels valued and supported.
What we can offer you:
- Relocation support up to $5000, terms and conditions apply.
- Competitive pay - you’ll get paid well above award and receive a package comparable to state primary school teachers (our Graduate Teacher starting salary is $80,000)
- Paid professional development - we offer a range of opportunities to grow your skills and your career
- Regular professional development sessions including workshops and Professional Online Discussions aligned to your career stage and connecting you with peers, mentors and more experienced teachers
- Access to a dedicated Teachers’ Community through our Learning Portal with its comprehensive library of professional learning and development resources
- A mentor to support you through your teacher accreditation or registration process (in states where this is mandated)
- 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and 6 weeks paid parental leave
- Wellbeing focus - you’ll get two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
- Complimentary annual flu shot
- Additional leave - you’ll have the option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
- Retail discounts - you’ll save money on insurance, travel and technology
- Uniform allowance and employee referral program
- Security and stability - as Australia’s largest provider of early learning and care and a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia’s children and their families
- Visa sponsorship opportunities available (Qualified ECT only) to live and work in Australia for the right candidates!
You’ll need:
- Bachelor of Early Childhood or equivalent qualification (ACECQA approved)
- Current NSW Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification
- Hold active accreditation with NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
If you have prior experience as a Teacher in a school or early learning setting, or if you are new to the profession and embarking on your first role, we invite you to connect with us! Our team welcomes teachers from all backgrounds and experiences.
