Child Care Educator

Southern NSW Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Accrued day off each month

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Sydney Children's Hospital Network is seeking a Diploma-qualified Early Childhood Educator to join the 0–3 years room at the Westmead Child Care Centre. This permanent full-time role offers Monday to Friday work, with a rotating roster from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm, in a purpose-built 40-place setting.

We provide a welcoming, inclusive workplace with ongoing professional development, salary packaging options to maximise take-home pay, and a strong commitment to child safety and equal opportunity

Qualifications

• Diploma-qualified Educator for the 0–3 years room.
• Experience in early childhood care is valued.
• Commitment to child safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Join the 0–3 years room at the Children's Hospital at Westmead Child Care Centre.
• Collaborate with the Director and team to deliver high-quality early childhood education and care.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and use salary packaging options.

Education

Diploma-qualified Educator

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Child Care Worker
Remuneration: 61407.92 - 69503.42 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ686381
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 20 September 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Suzanne Dearling on [e-mail]

As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.

Are you a passionate Early Childhood Educator looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children? The Sydney Children's Hospital Network is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Diploma-qualified Educator to join our dedicated team in the 0–3 years room at the Children's Hospital at Westmead Child Care Centre.

Our purpose-built, 40-place centre is set within a beautiful natural environment and provides high-quality education and care for children aged 0–6 years. We pride ourselves on fostering a warm, inclusive, and supportive workplace where educators are valued, respected, and encouraged to grow professionally.

About the role

Permanent full-time position working Monday to Friday.

Rotating roster between 6:30 am and 6:30 pm.

Enjoy an accrued day off each month.

Work alongside an experienced Director and collaborative team committed to providing exceptional early childhood education and care.

What we offer

• A welcoming and supportive team environment.
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Salary packaging to help maximise your take-home pay.
• The opportunity to work in a unique hospital-based early learning setting where your contribution is truly valued.

We welcome applications from new graduates who are ready to begin their early childhood career, as well as experienced and mature-aged educators who are looking to bring their knowledge and passion to our team.

As this position is being re-advertised, previous applicants need not apply.

Child Safe Standards:

SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Additional Information:

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.

Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.

An Eligibility List may be created for future permanent and temporary full or part time vacancies.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at [e-mail]

For technical support please contact 1300 679 367

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.