Cert III & Diploma Educators - Penrith Region

Young Academics; Penrith; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Young Academics Early Learning Centre is seeking passionate Early Childhood Educators for the Penrith Region. You will create meaningful learning experiences, deliver programs aligned with EYLF and NQS, and ensure a safe, inclusive environment where children thrive.

Responsibilities include observing children’s development, safeguarding practices, and partnering with families. Full-time, Monday to Friday rostered hours across early morning to evening shifts.

Qualifications

• ACECQA-approved qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care or currently working towards it.
• Strong knowledge of EYLF and NQS and relevant regulations.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid, CPR and National Mandatory Child Protection certificates.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging educational programs aligned with EYLF, NQS and Young Academics' curriculum.
• Observe and document children's learning and development, supporting wellbeing and agency.
• Maintain active supervision and create safe, inclusive learning environments, managing risks.
• Embed safeguarding practices and mandatory reporting into daily practice.
• Build respectful, responsive relationships with children and support their emotional wellbeing and self-regulation.
• Develop partnerships with families and collaborate with fellow educators.
• Participate in reflective practice and contribute to continuous improvement across the service.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Child safety

Education

ACECQA-approved Certificate III or Diploma in ECEC

Job description

Cert III & Diploma Educators - Penrith Region

Young Academics Early Learning Centre is a leading and reputable provider with more than 45 centres across New South Wales. We are currently seeking passionate Early Childhood Educators to join our vibrant centres within our Penrith Region.

About the role

As an Early Childhood Educator at Young Academics, you will create meaningful learning experiences that support children's learning, development, safety and wellbeing. You will deliver engaging programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Standard (NQS) and our service philosophy, while creating a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where children can thrive.

Child safety is at the heart of everything we do. You will maintain active supervision, embed safeguarding practices into your everyday work and collaborate with fellow educators and families to support each child's wellbeing, confidence and love of learning.

These positions are full-time – Monday to Friday between 6:30 am – 6:00 pm (rotating roster).

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging educational programs aligned with the EYLF, NQS and Young Academics' curriculum.
• Observe and document children's learning and development, creating experiences that promote wellbeing, independence and agency.
• Maintain active supervision and safe, inclusive learning environments, proactively identifying and managing risks.
• Embed child safety, safeguarding and mandatory reporting requirements into everyday practice.
• Build respectful, responsive relationships with children and support their emotional wellbeing and self-regulation.
• Develop positive partnerships with families and work collaboratively with fellow educators.
• Participate in reflective practice and contribute to continuous improvement across the service.

About You

• ACECQA-approved Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or working towards).
• Strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQS and relevant regulations.
• Current NSW Employee Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid, CPR and National Mandatory Child Protection certificates.
• Strong communication, teamwork and documentation skills.
• A genuine commitment to child safety, safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Child Safety Matters

At Young Academics, we prioritise children's safety and wellbeing. Our values, actions and decisions are guided by our genuine commitment to upholding the rights, interests, needs and voices of children in our care. You will be required to provide a minimum of two professional referees as part of the recruitment process. Young Academics conducts reference checks, will verify that you hold a valid WWCC for paid work, and confirms that you do not have any prohibition or statutory notices against you. Young Academics uses CCTV in our centres and works closely with the regulatory authorities to report any child safety concerns. Visit our website for more information on our Child Safe Practices.