Advanced Educator (Diploma)

Uniting; Oyster Cove; On-site; AUD 53,616 - 60,449; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Opportunities for career growth

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Uniting is seeking a Diploma-qualified Educator in Oyster Cove, New South Wales, to provide quality education and care to children. You will support their learning outcomes in accordance with the National Quality Standards.

This part-time maternity leave contract offers competitive pay between $38.92 - $43.88 per hour plus super and salary packaging benefits until December 2026.

The role involves contributing to program development, developing positive relationships, and facilitating play-based learning.

Qualifications

• Must have a Diploma in Children Services.
• Prior experience in an early learning service at Diploma level.
• Understanding of the National Quality Framework and EYLF.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality education and care to children.
• Contribute to the development of programs reflecting approved learning framework.
• Facilitate play-based learning environments.

Skills

Effective communication

Empathy

Adaptability

Education

Diploma in Children Services

Job description

About the Opportunity

$38.92 - $43.88 per hour (depending on experience) + Super and salary packaging benefits.

Part‑time maternity leave contract until December 2026.

Working Monday–Thursday, 8‑hour shifts each day. Centre opens 7 am‑6 pm; shifts will vary within this window.

What You’ll Be Doing In This Role

As a Diploma‑qualified Educator, you’ll provide quality education and care to children, supporting and facilitating their learning outcomes in accordance with the National Quality Standards and the early learning framework.

Your Care Work May Include

• Contribute to the development of programs that reflect the approved learning framework.
• Develop positive and respectful relationships that support children, their families, and the community.
• Facilitate play‑based learning environments responsive to children’s interests, strengths, and abilities.
• Document children’s learning through observations and assessments against learning outcomes.

Who We’re Looking For

• Diploma in Children Services (essential), with prior experience at Diploma level in an early learning service.
• Work history demonstrating recording observations, writing learning stories, and supporting the planning of a successful curriculum using the Early Years Learning Framework.
• Understanding of the National Quality Framework and EYLF.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, families, and community members.
• Adaptability, empathy, and resourcefulness, aligned with values of compassion, respect, imagination, and boldness.

What We Offer You

• Maximum allowable salary packaging to pay less tax (additional $18,550 tax‑free plus regional benefits and parking).
• A range of shifts to suit your lifestyle.
• A commitment to offer opportunities for career growth.
• Discounts and cashback programmes with major retailers.
• Wellbeing programmes, including a confidential employee assistance program for you and your family.

What To Expect

• National Police Check
• Valid Working with Children’s Check
• First Aid Certificate
• Working Rights Check