Early Childhood Teacher

Little Zak's Academy; Penrith; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Staff childcare discount

Wellbeing day

Wellness allowance

Referral bonus

EAP (Sonder)

Staff meals

Induction training

Mentoring program

Pay progression

Job summary

Little Zak's Academy in Penrith, NSW, is seeking an experienced Early Childhood Teacher to join our privately owned, family-run service. The role focuses on delivering high-quality learning aligned with the EYLF and NQS, and engaging with children and families.

We offer competitive remuneration (AUD 75,000–100,000 per annum), access to the Worker Retention Payment, staff discounts, wellbeing days, and professional development pathways including Pay for Progression.

Qualifications

• ACECQA approved Bachelor’s Degree in ECE.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication.
• NESA Accreditation - Provisional or Proficient.
• Strong knowledge of EYLF and NQS.
• Strong computer skills.
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• Current Asthma and Anaphylaxis training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure learning and development aligned with EYLF and NQS.
• Implement and evaluate programs indoors and outdoors.
• Create a stimulating environment for the children.
• Write observations and analyse children's progression and development.
• Provide support and assistance to other staff members.
• Monitor staff interactions to ensure EYLF alignment.
• Develop strong relationships with children and families.

Skills

Verbal & written comms

Working with Children Check

NESA Accreditation

EYLF & NQS knowledge

Computer skills

First Aid

Asthma & Anaphylaxis training

Education

ACECQA Approved Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Little Zak's Academy is privately owned and family run. Our aim is to provide early childhood care and education in a safe, welcoming, adopting and nurturing environment.

Our staff are dedicated professionals who value the importance of maintaining an optimum level of care and education for all children. We select our staff based on knowledge and values, vision for children and learning, and commitment to families.

We are seeking an experienced Early Childhood Teacher to join our team in our Penrith service.

Why Join Us

• We are proud to be part of the Australian Government’s Worker Retention Payment program. Eligible team members at Little Zak's Academy now receive an additional 15% on top of award rates. The Australian Government announced that the Worker Retention Payment program would be extended until 30 June 2028, continuing to support wage increases for eligible early childhood educators. Little Zak's Academy was one of the first approved providers nationally to participate in this initiative, ensuring our team could access these additional benefits from the commencement of the program.
• Rotating rosters to support work life balance
• Competitive remuneration depending on your qualification and experience (between $75,000 to $100,000 per annum depending on experience and award classification)
• Up to 50 percent staff childcare discount
• Paidwellbeing dayeach year for permanent staff (after 12 months)
• Health and wellness allowance reimbursing up to$50 per month (gym, pool, wellness memberships)
• $1,000 employee referral bonus for each successful referral
• Employee Assistance Program viaSonder, offering unlimited confidential counselling and wellbeing support
• Paid staff meetings, including dinner provided
• Paid off-floor induction with structured onboarding and training
• Mentoring and buddy system for all new starters
• Study support throughPay for Progression, including Certificate III, Diploma, and Early Childhood Teaching pathways (T&Cs apply)
• Strong promote-from-within culture with long-term career opportunities

About the role

• Ensure learning and development is aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework and the National Quality Standards
• Implement and evaluate programs indoors and outdoors
• Create a stimulating and positive environment for the children
• Write observations and analyse children's progression and development
• Provide support and assistance to other staff members
• Monitor staff interactions to ensure they are in line with the EYLF
• Develop strong relationships with children, and effectively communicate with parents and carers

About you

• ACECQA Approved Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education
• Current Working with Children Check
• Outstanding level of verbal and written communication
• NESA Accreditation - Provisional or Proficient
• Strong Knowledge and experience of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standards (NQS)
• Strong computer skills
• Current approved First Aid Certificate
• Current approved Asthma and Anaphylaxis training

Little Zak's Child Safety Commitment

Little Zak’s Academy is a Child Safe Organisation. We prioritise the safety, wellbeing, and rights of all children and maintain a strong culture of child safety across our services. As part of our commitment, we have arigorous recruitment and screening process in place, including comprehensive reference checks, Police checks and child-safe employment checks.

By applying for a role with Little Zak’s Academy, you acknowledge and agree toundergo all required child safety checks as part of our employment process.

We are an equal opportunity workplace where diversity is embraced. We foster a culture that supports inclusion and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.