Early Childhood Teacher - Nightcliff

RGIT Australia; Darwin; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

9-day fortnight

Professional development access

Employee Assistance Program

Aspire Awards

EH Work App discounts

Job summary

Child Australia is seeking an experienced Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) to join the Nightcliff Campus. You will work with our Educators to provide quality care in a stimulating, play-based environment.

The role is permanent full-time (75 hours/fortnight), Monday to Friday, focusing on curriculum development, assessment, and family communication. We offer 85% childcare fee discount for staff, potential to work a compressed 9-day fortnight after probation, access to professional development and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or ACECQA-approved ECT qualification.
• Minimum 6 months' post-qualification ECT experience.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework.
• Current Working with Children Check.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement curriculum-aligned programs tailored to individual children.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment.
• Observe, assess, and document children's development.
• Communicate effectively with families and caregivers.
• Collaborate with educators to foster a supportive team culture.
• Maintain accurate records of progress and attendance.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education

ACECQA-approved ECT qualification

Job description

Nightcliff, Northern Territory 0810, Australia

Full-time Permanent Mid-level Senior

Posted 22 Sep 2026

Description

Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) - Nightcliff Campus

Location: Nightcliff, NT

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (75 hours/fortnight)

Schedule: Monday to Friday

About the Role

We are searching for an experienced Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) to work closely with our Educators at our Nightcliff Centre to provide quality care to young children in a stimulating, play-based environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement curriculum-aligned programs tailored to individual children.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment.
• Observe, assess, and document childrens development.
• Communicate effectively with families and caregivers.
• Collaborate with educators to foster a supportive team culture.
• Maintain accurate records of progress and attendance.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelors degree in early childhood education or ACECQA-approved ECT qualification.
• Minimum 6 months' experience as an ECT post-qualification.
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Current Working with Children Check.

What We Offer

• 85% childcare fee discount for permanent staff.
• Option to work a compressed 9-day fortnight (after probation).
• Access to professional development and sector conferences.
• Free Employee Assistance Program (counselling & wellness).
• Recognition through our Aspire Awards (reward & recognition program).
• Discounts at over 50 retailers via the EH Work App.

Our Culture

At Child Australia, we are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity in our workplace. We warmly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds, those who identify as LGBTIQA+, and people with disabilities.

About Nightcliff Campus

Located within Nightcliff Primary School, our campus includes an Early Learning Centre and Outside School Hours Care. We focus on play-based learning, nature exploration, and smooth transitions into primary school.

Learn more about Nightcliff Campus: https://childaustralia.org.au/locations/nightcliff-campus/.

About Child Australia

Child Australia is a not-for-profit and leading early childhood education provider in WA and NT, known for its commitment to quality care, professional development, and community collaboration.