Early Childhood Educator

Scholars Consulting Pty Ltd; Albion; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award rates

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing career support

Fully funded professional development

Up to 90% discount on childcare gapfee

Fully funded First Aid & CPR

Employee Assistance Program

IT equipment budget

Job summary

Cottage Academy Early Learning Centre, a boutique childcare centre in Clayfield, is hiring to join our family-focused team. We provide nurturing environments for children 6 weeks to 6 years with play-based, personalised learning and strong family connections.

We offer above award rates, flexible hours, ongoing career development, and generous support to staff including PD funding, substantial childcare fee discounts, funded First Aid/CPR, an EAP program, and an equipment budget for studios.

Qualifications

• Cert III of Early Childhood Education.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid CPR and emergency Asthma and Anaphylaxis training.
• Experience with the NQF, NQS, EYLF & the QKLG.
• Ability to interpret curriculum documents.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide children with a safe, secure, welcoming and nurturing environment.
• Work collaboratively within a team to ensure the best outcomes for children and families.
• Delivery of a high quality, inclusive, educational program.
• Participate in professional and personal development.
• Promote the service within the local community in accordance with the vision, mission and values.
• Responsibility for the development and implementation of the studio program.

Skills

Cert III

Working with Children Check

First Aid CPR

Asthma & Anaphylaxis training

NQF/NQS/EYLF/QKLG experience

Curriculum interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Cert III of Early Childhood Education

Job description

Exciting Opportunity: Join Our Growing Team at Cottage Academy Clayfield!

Cottage Academy Early Learning Centre is a family‑focused, boutique childcare centre in Clayfield offering nurturing care for children from 6weeks to 6 years with play‑based and personalised learning. The centre features modern, thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor environments that encourage creativity, exploration and confidence. Our dedicated educators build strong connections with families and support children to grow, learn and feel inspired. Cottage Academy is committed to quality care, community and helping every child thrive.

Role Requirements

• a Cert III of Early Childhood Education
• a current and valid Working with Children Check
• a Current First Aid CPR and emergency Asthma and Anaphylaxis training.
• experience with the NQF, NQS, EYLF & the QKLG
• an ability to interpret curriculum documents
• effective oral and written communication skills

Key Role Responsibilities

• Provide children with a safe, secure, welcoming and nurturing environment.
• Work collaboratively within a team to ensure the best outcomes for children and families.
• Delivery of a high quality, inclusive, educational program.
• Participate in professional and personal development.
• Promote the service within the local community in accordance with the vision, mission and values.
• Responsibility for the development and implementation of the studio program

Our service supports the Statement of Shared Commitment

Every Interaction counts.

Every child in our service has the right to feel safe culturally, emotionally and physically.

We recognise the critical role of early childhood educators, including teachers, in creating inclusive, culturally safe and nurturing environments filled with positive interactions that support children’s social and emotional development, stimulate learning, and allow children a sense of belonging.

Please only apply if you share this commitment to ensure that every child attending our service feels safe, secure and self-confident.

What’s in it for you?

• Above award rates for the right candidate
• Flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing career support
• Fully funded professional development support
• Up to 90% discount on childcare gap fee
• Fully funded First Aid & CPR
• Access to an external Employee Assistance Program
• A generous resourceand equipment budget with IT equipment in your studio.