Diploma, Cert 3 or Trainee in Children’s Services

Honeybears Early Learning Centre; Sutherland Shire Council; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above‑award salary

Professional development plans

On-site parking

Uniform provided

Maternity/paternity leave support

Job summary

Honeybears Early Learning Centre in Sylvania, NSW is seeking a Diploma, Certificate III or Trainee Educator to join our supportive team. You will deliver high-quality early childhood education and care while fostering positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.

We offer an above‑award salary, professional development, generous leave, on-site parking and a collaborative leadership culture within three Exceeding-rated services across the Sylvania area.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or Diploma in Children’s Services / Early Childhood Education.
• Demonstrated experience in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Positive, energetic and bubbly approach to working with children.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Professional and caring attitude; WWCC preferred.
• Completed National Child Safety training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality early childhood education and care.
• Engage with children through developmentally appropriate activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan and implement programs.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Childcare experience

Education

Certificate III or Diploma in Children’s Services

Job description

Diploma, Cert 3 or Trainee in Children’s Services

Honeybears Early Learning Centre – Sylvania NSW

Experienced Diploma, Certificate III or Trainee Educator Join the team at Honeybears – Sylvania/Sylvania Waters

Are you a passionate and experienced Early Childhood Educator looking to join a supportive, inspiring, and professional team?

Honeybears Early Learning is currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Diploma, Certificate III or Trainee Educator to join one of our beautiful services in Sylvania.

For over 20 years, Honeybears has been proudly serving families within the Sylvania and Sylvania Waters community. We operate three Exceeding-rated services, recognised across all seven areas of the National Quality Standard.

At Honeybears, we are committed to providing exceptional early learning environments, not only for children, but for our educators too.

Why Join Honeybears?

Our centres are thoughtfully designed, Reggio Emilia-inspired environments that are natural, beautifully maintained, and exceptionally well resourced. We pride ourselves on maintaining high staff-to-child ratios, allowing educators to focus on meaningful interactions, quality programming, and building strong relationships with children.

With daily contracted cleaners and a highly experienced leadership team, our educators are supported to do what they do best; teach, inspire, and nurture.

You’ll be joining a team of highly qualified and experienced Early Childhood professionals in a collaborative and positive workplace culture.

What our children are looking for:

• “Who helps us pack away”

• “Who can choose fun toys to play with”

• “That can read us books”

• “Who smiles”

• “Who will listen to our stories”

• “Who will help with reading and writing”

What we offer:

• Above award salary (including worker retention payment)

• Supportive and experienced degree-qualified management and director

• Individualised professional development plans

• Career progression opportunities

• 8 weeks paid maternity leave

• Up to 2 weeks additional annual leave

• 50% off childcare fees

• Complimentary Honeybears uniform

• On-site parking available

• Complimentary lunch provided daily

• Plenty of staff room goodies — including lollies, biscuits and snacks always on hand

• Regular team-building events

• Engaging Honeybears newsletters that keep our team connected, inspired and celebrated

• Personalised Honeybears reflective journals because your ideas, growth and achievements deserve their own special place

• Paid First Aid and CPR training

• Generous room budgets and resources

• Trainees- Earn your Certificate III and keep growing with us—ongoing employment and career support beyond your qualification.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Certificate III or Diploma in Children’s Services / Early Childhood Education

• We are seeking an educator with demonstrated experience in Early Childhood Education and Care

• A positive, energetic and bubbly approach to working with children

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A positive, professional, and caring attitude

• Willingness to obtain a Working With Children Check independently

• Completed National Child Safety training

If you are passionate about Early Childhood Education and would like to grow professionally within a supportive and dedicated team, we would love to hear from you.

You can also learn more about Honeybears via our website, Facebook, or Instagram.