Early Childhood Educator (Diploma)

Council Jobs; Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport Program with discount

Employee Rewards Program

Access to ongoing education, training,

Job summary

Georges River Council's Oatley West Early Learning Centre is seeking an enthusiastic Early Childhood Educator (Diploma) to join a collaborative team. You will plan and deliver high-quality educational programs, observe children's progress, and build strong partnerships with families while supporting a safe, inclusive learning environment.

You will undertake Responsible Person duties when required and contribute to maintaining quality outcomes in line with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or an equivalent ACECQA-approved qualification.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid in an Education and Care Setting (HLTAID012) and CPR (HLTAID009).
• Current NSW approved Child Protection Training Certificate.
• NSW Food Handling Certification.
• Demonstrated knowledge of child protection, health and safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• All mandatory certifications must have a minimum of six months remaining until expiry, where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver educational programs that support children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• Observe, document and monitor children's progress and developmental outcomes.
• Build positive partnerships with children, families and the broader community.
• Promote inclusive practices that support the diverse needs of all children.
• Maintain safe, hygienic and stimulating learning environments.
• Support and mentor educators, students and volunteers within a collaborative team environment.
• Undertake Responsible Person duties when required.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Observation & documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA-approved)

Job description

Georges River Council operates five Early Learning Services across Beverly Hills, Carss Park and Oatley, caring for around 400 children.

Our educators are recognised for their strong environmental programming and commitment to quality, with three services currently rated Exceeding by ACECQA. Join a collaborative and supportive team committed to delivering high-quality early childhood education and care.

About the Position

• Employment type: Permanent full time
• Location: Oatley West Early Learning Centre

Hours: 70 hours per fortnight, with rostered start and finish times between 6.50am and 6.10pm

• Salary: $74,573.33 – $86,404.52 gross p.a. (full time equivalent), dependent on skills and experience

As an Early Childhood Educator (Diploma), you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality education and care in a safe, inclusive and engaging environment. Working collaboratively with the Centre team, you will support children's learning and development through the planning and delivery of educational programs, while building positive relationships with children and families.

You will also undertake Responsible Person duties when required and contribute to maintaining quality outcomes in line with legislative and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver educational programs that support children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• Observe, document and monitor children's progress and developmental outcomes.
• Build positive partnerships with children, families and the broader community.
• Promote inclusive practices that support the diverse needs of all children.
• Maintain safe, hygienic and stimulating learning environments.
• Support and mentor educators, students and volunteers within a collaborative team environment.
• Undertake Responsible Person duties when required.

What We Are Looking For

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or an equivalent ACECQA-approved qualification.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid in an Education and Care Setting (HLTAID012) and CPR (HLTAID009).
• Current NSW approved Child Protection Training Certificate.
• NSW Food Handling Certification.
• Demonstrated knowledge of child protection, health and safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.

All mandatory certifications must have a minimum of six months remaining until expiry, where applicable.

• Be part of a diverse and supportive team that values inclusion and collaboration.
• Fitness Passport Program with discounted memberships for you and your family
• Employee Rewards Program
• Access to ongoing education, training, and professional resources

Closing Date: Thursday, 5 November 2026at 11.59 PM AEST.

Georges River Council aims to be a leading, people-focused organisation delivering outstanding results for our community and city. We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.

We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.