Diploma Educator | Above-Award Salary + Retention Allowance + Bonuses

C2C Recruitment Group Pty Ltd; Gosford; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award salary

Retention allowance

Superannuation

Professional development

Mentoring

EAP

Job summary

C2C Recruitment Group Pty Ltd in Wamberal NSW is seeking a Diploma Educator for a long-term role in a highly regarded early learning service. You will deliver high-quality education and care, support children’s learning and wellbeing, and contribute to a collaborative team focused on excellence.

We welcome Diploma candidates or those working towards it, with mentoring and professional development to help you grow.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or currently working towards
• Cert III Educators encouraged to pursue Diploma
• 1–2 years' experience in an early childhood setting
• Sound knowledge of EYLF, NQS and National Regulations
• Current NSW Working With Children Check
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis and Child Protection
• Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate
• Willingness to obtain a National Police Check

Responsibilities

• Create safe, engaging and inclusive learning environments
• Build strong, respectful relationships with children and families
• Support programming, observations, documentation and intentional teaching
• Ensure children's safety, wellbeing and active supervision
• Work collaboratively with the team to maintain high standards of practice
• Support ratios and compliance requirements
• Contribute to the service's quality improvement journey
• Work in accordance with EYLF, NQS and National Regulations

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Cert III working towards Diploma

Job description

Diploma Educator | Above-Award Salary + Retention Allowance + Bonuses

C2C Recruitment Group Pty Ltd – Wamberal NSW

Join an Exceptional Early Learning Service

Are you a passionate Early Childhood Educator looking for a long-term career home where you feel valued, supported and have genuine opportunities to grow?

We are seeking a Diploma-qualified Educator, or an Educator currently working towards their Diploma, to join a highly respected early learning service in the beautiful Wamberal / Terrigal area, just a 15 minutes drive from Gosford.

The service offers modern, well-equipped facilities, extensive indoor and outdoor learning environments and a strong commitment to quality education and care.

You’ll join a passionate and professional team that values its educators, supports professional development and genuinely cares about staff wellbeing.

Salary & Benefits

• Above-award salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Additional ECEC Work Retention Allowance
• Superannuation
• 4 x 10-hour shifts with a rostered day off, or 5-day week
• Excellent mentoring and professional support
• Genuine long-term career progression
• Strong focus on professional development and upskilling
• Support to work towards future positions within the service
• Team benefits and incentives
• Coverage for mandatory certifications and licence renewals
• Mental Health Officer and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About the Role

As a Diploma Educator, you will play an important role in providing high-quality education and care while supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Creating safe, engaging and inclusive learning environments
• Building strong, respectful relationships with children and families
• Supporting programming, observations, documentation and intentional teaching
• Ensuring children's safety, wellbeing and active supervision
• Working collaboratively with the team to maintain high standards of practice
• Supporting ratios and compliance requirements
• Contributing to the service's quality improvement journey
• Working in accordance with the EYLF, NQS and National Regulations

About You

We are looking for someone who genuinely believes early childhood education is a rewarding and meaningful career.

You will be passionate, reliable, hardworking and committed to the profession, with a genuine desire to build a long-term career within a supportive team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is warm, nurturing and genuinely passionate about children
• Takes pride in providing high-quality education and care
• Works well as part of a team
• Is professional, proactive and dedicated
• Values ongoing learning and professional development
• Wants to grow, contribute and find their forever work home

Essential Requirements

• Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency (no visa sponsorship available)
• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care completed or currently working towards
• Cert III Educators working towards their Diploma are encouraged to apply
• 1–2 years' experience in an early childhood setting
• Sound knowledge of the EYLF, NQS and National Regulations
• Current NSW Working With Children Check
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis and Child Protection
• Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate
• Willingness to obtain a National Police Check
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

About Us

C2C Recruitment Group partners with leading Early Childhood Education and OSHC providers across Australia, connecting passionate educators with meaningful career opportunities. We support services in building strong, stable teams that deliver high-quality education and care, making a lasting difference in communities from coast to country.