Diploma Early Childhood Educator

Ku-ring-gai Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Fitness Passport

Development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Health & Fitness reimbursement (AUD 0–

Job summary

Ku-ring-gai Council in Sydney's northern region is seeking a Diploma Early Childhood Educator to join our team at East Lindfield. This permanent full-time role (35 hours per week) offers a competitive salary of 72,964.74 to 84,638.44 AUD p/a plus super and a supportive environment.

You will plan and deliver play-based learning, build strong relationships with children and families, observe progress, and collaborate with a team to create a safe, inclusive learning space.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent)
• Current Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications
• Child Protection/Child Safety training
• Knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and child development
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging, play-based learning experiences
• Building positive relationships with children and their families
• Supporting children’s learning, wellbeing and development
• Observing and documenting children’s progress
• Maintaining a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment
• Working collaboratively with a dedicated and supportive team

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Caring and adaptable

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent)

Working with Children Check

First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications

CHCPRT025/Child Safety training

Job description

• Salary $72,964.74 - $84,638.44 p/a + super
• Permanent full time position – 35 hours per week
• Workplace located at East Lindfield

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Ku-ring-gai is one of Sydney’s most beautiful and environmentally rich areas, located just 16km north of the CBD.

With a mix of vibrant town centres, leafy residential areas, heritage precincts, and natural bushland, we are a local government area committed to balancing growth with sustainability, character, and community values.

About the role

As a Diploma Early Childhood Educator, you’ll work alongside our passionate educators to provide a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

Your day may include:

• Planning and delivering engaging, play-based learning experiences
• Building positive relationships with children and their families
• Supporting children’s learning, wellbeing and development
• Observing and documenting children’s progress
• Maintaining a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment
• Working collaboratively with a dedicated and supportive team

Qualifications, experience & skills:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent)
• Current Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications
• Child Protection training (CHCPRT025)/ Child Safety training
• Sound knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and child development
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A caring, positive and adaptable approach
• Health & Fitness $100 yearly reimbursement (conditional)
• Supportive team environment
• Uniform provided
• Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program

Like to know more?

Please contact Louise Shiel on 9424 0327

Closes: 11:30pm, 12/11/2026

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer

Ku-ring-gai Council is committed to becoming a Child Safe Organisation and embedding theNSW Child Safe Standardsacross our organisation's culture and practices.

We support the aims and objectives of the NSW Office of Children’s Guardian and relevant Child Protection legislation and are dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for children and young people across our LGA