Early Childhood Educators (Certificate III and Diploma) - Forster

St Nicholas Pathways; Forster; Hybrid; AUD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

mnBenefits program

Remuneration: AUD 32.47–36.57/hour + S

Worker Retention Allowance

Flexibility

Career progression

Green energy facilities

Parental leave

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport

EAP

Flu injections

childcare discount

Staff referral bonuses

Job summary

St Nicholas Early Education in Forster is inviting qualified Early Childhood Educators (Certificate III or Diploma) to join our brand-new service on a permanent basis. You will contribute to delivering high-quality early learning experiences and support children’s development in a warm, inclusive environment.

We offer flexible work options (FT/PT), strong professional development pathways, and generous benefits including parental leave, discounted childcare, and other staff advantages across a

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the stages of physical, emotional, cognitive, social and cultural development of children.
• Ability to engage children through age-appropriate activities and experiences.
• Knowledge of health, hygiene and the nutrition needs of children.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, families and staff.
• Experience in / or interest in additional needs / challenging behaviours.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in early childhood.
• Ability to undertake the physical requirements involved within an early childhood setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality early childhood education and care.
• Support learning and development through age-appropriate activities.
• Collaborate with families and colleagues to support children’s growth.
• Ensure health, safety and EYLF/NQF compliance in daily practice.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Engage children activities

Health & nutrition knowledge

Communication skills

Experience with additional needs

Professional development

Physical requirements

Education

Certificate III or Diploma

Job description

Closing Date: 26/11/2026

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training

The Benefits

St Nicholas offers a wide range of benefitsthat support and enrich the lives of our employees,including:

• mnBenefits program: Enjoy up to 10% off at top retailers with our mnBenefits program
• Remuneration: $32.47 - $36.57per hour + Worker Retention Allowance + Super
• Flexibility: You will be supported to balance work and personal commitments through flexibility
• Growth: Paid sector-leading training and career progression within the organisation through a variety of learning and development pathways
• Facilities: State of the Art,purpose built centres powered by 100% green energy
• Additional Benefits: Employer-funded parental leave,salary packaging,corporate benefitsincluding;
  • Fitness Passport (T&C's apply) ,EAP and flu injections
  • 50% off childcare fees for all full and part-time employees
  • $1,000 staff referral bonuses ($1,500 for eligible positions)

St Nicholas Early Education supports and partners with families to nurture and inspire children as they develop the skills to flourish at home, in care and in communities. We are currently seeking Early Childhood Educators (Certificate III and Diploma)to join our BRAND NEW service at Forsteron aPermanent, Full-Time or Part-Time basis.

You will have the ability to evolve in your role and progress within the organisation through a variety of learning and development pathways.

Desired Skills and Experience

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• Knowledge of the stages of physical, emotional, cognitive, social and cultural development of children
• The capability to engage children through activities and experiences appropriate for age groups / stages of development
• Knowledge of health, hygiene and the nutrition needs of children
• The ability to communicate effectively with children, families and staff
• Experience in / or interest in additional needs / challenging behaviours
• A commitment to your own ongoing professional development in early childhood
• The ability to undertake the physical requirements involved within an early childhood setting

Demonstrated understanding of:

• National Quality Framework (NQF);
• Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF);
• Child Protection and Mandatory Reporting and Workplace Health and Safety issues and practices

QUALIFICATIONS

• An approved Certificate III or Diploma level qualification for the purposes of the education and care services, national law and regulations
• Current First Aid Certificate, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management training
• Working with Children Check verification number

Additional Information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.

All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.

St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of children from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds and encourages applications from people from culturally or linguistically diverse background.

St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.