Early Childhood Assistant - Flexible, PD-Driven Career

Fairfield City Council; Fairfield; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Study assistance & study leave

Wellbeing initiatives & Flu vaccine

Free onsite parking

MyLeave annual leave

Job summary

Fairfield City Council invites applications for a Child Care Assistant within BestStart Education & Care. The role supports developmental programs for children aged 0–6, ensuring EYLF and NQS-aligned activity planning.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, families and the community to deliver quality early education in a supportive environment. The position offers Grade 2 salary with progression based on competencies and performance, along with a range of staff benefits and

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care is required.
• Current Working with Children Check and child protection training are mandatory.
• First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificates must be up to date.
• Strong knowledge of EYLF, NQS and Education & Care National Regulations 2011.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement developmental programs for children aged 0–6 years.
• Deliver curriculum aligned with EYLF and NQS across services.
• Engage with diverse families and communities to support children's learning.

Skills

Programming skills

EYLF & NQS knowledge

Demonstrated curriculum planning

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care

Working with Children Check

First Aid / CPR / Anaphylaxis certifications

Identify and Respond to Children and Young People at Risk Certificate

Child Protection Update 2023

ACECQA approved certificates

Job description

Fairfield City Council invites applications for a Child Care Assistant within BestStart Education & Care. The role supports developmental programs for children aged 0–6, ensuring EYLF and NQS-aligned activity planning.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, families and the community to deliver quality early education in a supportive environment. The position offers Grade 2 salary with progression based on competencies and performance, along with a range of staff benefits and