Early Childhood Educators - Seven Hills

Young Academics; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Young Academics Early Learning Centre in Seven Hills is seeking passionate Early Childhood Educators to join our vibrant service. You will plan engaging programs aligned with EYLF and NQS, ensuring safety, wellbeing and inclusive practice for children aged 0-5.

You will work full-time, Monday to Friday, 6:30 am to 6:00 pm on a rotating roster, collaborating with families and fellow educators to support every child's growth.

Qualifications

• Must hold ACECQA-approved Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or be working towards).
• Strong knowledge of EYLF and NQS and relevant regulations.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid, CPR and National Mandatory Child Protection certificates.
• Current Food Handler Basics Training Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging educational programs aligned with EYLF, NQS and Young Academics' curriculum.
• Observe and document children's learning, promoting wellbeing and agency.
• Maintain active supervision and safe, inclusive learning environments with risk management.
• Embed child safety and safeguarding into everyday practice.
• Build respectful relationships with children and support their emotional wellbeing and self-regulation.
• Develop partnerships with families and collaborate with fellow educators.
• Participate in reflective practice and contribute to continuous improvement across the service.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

ACECQA-approved Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Young Academics Early Learning Centre is a leading and reputable provider with more than 45 centres across New South Wales. We are currently seeking passionate Early Childhood Educators to join our vibrant Seven Hills Service.

About The Role

As an Early Childhood Educator at Young Academics, you will create meaningful learning experiences that support children's learning, development, safety and wellbeing. You will deliver engaging programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Standard (NQS) and our service philosophy, while creating a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where children can thrive.

Child safety is at the heart of everything we do. You will maintain active supervision, embed safeguarding practices into your everyday work and collaborate with fellow educators and families to support each child's wellbeing, confidence and love of learning.

These positions are full-time role – Monday to Friday between 6:30 am – 6:00 pm (rotating roster).

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging educational programs aligned with the EYLF, NQS and Young Academics' curriculum.
• Observe and document children's learning and development, creating experiences that promote wellbeing, independence and agency.
• Maintain active supervision and safe, inclusive learning environments, proactively identifying and managing risks.
• Embed child safety, safeguarding and mandatory reporting requirements into everyday practice.
• Build respectful, responsive relationships with children and support their emotional wellbeing and self-regulation.
• Develop positive partnerships with families and work collaboratively with fellow educators.
• Participate in reflective practice and contribute to continuous improvement across the service.

About You

• ACECQA-approved Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or working towards).
• Strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQS and relevant regulations.
• Current NSW Employee Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid, CPR and National Mandatory Child Protection certificates.
• Current Food Handler Basics Training Certificate.
• Strong communication, teamwork and documentation skills.
• A genuine commitment to child safety, safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Child Safety Matters

At Young Academics, we prioritise children's safety and wellbeing. Our values, actions and decisions are guided by our genuine commitment to upholding the rights, interests, needs and voices of children in our care. You will be required to provide a minimum of two professional referees as part of the recruitment process. Young Academics conducts reference checks, will verify that you hold a valid WWCC for paid work, and confirms that you do not have any prohibition or statutory notices against you. Young Academics uses CCTV in our centres and works closely with the regulatory authorities to report any child safety concerns. Visit our website for more information on our Child Safe Practices.