Diploma Educator – Toddler Rooms, Play‑based Learning

Explore & Develop; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Award wages

Government Worker Retention Payment

Full-time Mon–Fri

Monthly RDO

Monthly rotating roster

Mentoring and professional support

Paid professional development and培训

Paid First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anap

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Uniform provided

Onsite parking

Christmas/New Year closure

Team celebrations

Job summary

Explore & Develop Terrigal is seeking a Diploma Qualified Educator to join our team, working with toddlers aged 1–2 and 2–3 years. You will build warm, responsive relationships with children and families, plan engaging play-based learning, and support development and wellbeing in a safe, nurturing environment.

You will contribute to a positive team, apply EYLF principles, and be flexible across our 7:00am–6:00pm operating hours, with opportunities for professional growth and support.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent).
• Strong passion for ages 1–2 and 2–3 years with understanding of their development.
• Nurturing, responsive approach to toddlers and strong play-based learning emphasis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; team contribution.
• Knowledge of EYLF and National Quality Framework; safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Build warm, responsive and respectful relationships with children and families.
• Plan and implement engaging, play-based learning experiences.
• Support children’s learning, development and wellbeing.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative and professional team environment.
• Demonstrate knowledge of EYLF and NQF; maintain safe, stimulating environment.
• Be available to work across operating hours 7:00am–6:00pm.
• Willingness to undertake Responsible Person duties when required.

Skills

Relationship building

Play-based learning

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Initiative

Education

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Explore & Develop Terrigal is seeking a Diploma Qualified Educator to join our team, working with toddlers aged 1–2 and 2–3 years. You will build warm, responsive relationships with children and families, plan engaging play-based learning, and support development and wellbeing in a safe, nurturing environment.

You will contribute to a positive team, apply EYLF principles, and be flexible across our 7:00am–6:00pm operating hours, with opportunities for professional growth and support.