Diploma Educator - Early Years, Growth & Benefits

Uniting; Grafton; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Regional benefits

Parking

Career development

Discounts & cashbacks

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Uniting Preschool Grafton is a small, community-focused service offering high-quality early childhood education for 3–5 year olds with 25 places. Nestled in a welcoming environment, it operates under the National Quality Standards and prioritises play-based learning, First Nations connections, and strong family partnerships in a nurturing setting.

As a Diploma Qualified Educator, you will support learning outcomes, develop engaging programs and contribute to a caring team dedicated to inclusion

Qualifications

• Diploma in Children Services essential and prior Diploma Level experience in an early learning service.
• Knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
• Understanding of Child Protection and Mandatory Reporting.
• First Aid Certificate and Working with Vulnerable People checks required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality education and care to children in line with NQS and learning framework.
• Contribute to development of programs reflecting the approved learning framework.
• Develop positive relationships with children, families and community.
• Facilitate play-based learning environments responsive to children's interests and abilities.
• Set up and pack up daily routines and maintain room cleanliness.
• Document children's learning through observations and assessments against outcomes.

Skills

Communication with families

Play-based learning

Observations & learning stories

Relationship building

Education

Diploma in Children Services (essential)

Job description

Uniting Preschool Grafton is a small, community-focused service offering high-quality early childhood education for 3–5 year olds with 25 places. Nestled in a welcoming environment, it operates under the National Quality Standards and prioritises play-based learning, First Nations connections, and strong family partnerships in a nurturing setting.

As a Diploma Qualified Educator, you will support learning outcomes, develop engaging programs and contribute to a caring team dedicated to inclusion