ECEC Cert III Educator - Matraville

Sydney Catholic Early Childhood Services Ltd (SCECS); Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite staff parking

Above Award Salary Package

Rostered Day Off every four weeks

Novated Leasing

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Childcare Fee Discounts

Job summary

Sydney Catholic Early Childhood Services (SCECS) invites applications for a Full-Time Cert III Educator at Sacred Heart Preschool and Long Day Care, Matraville NSW. This brand-new 62-place facility offers a collaborative, not-for-profit environment with above award pay and family-friendly benefits.

Join us to foster quality early learning and community connection. As a qualified educator, you’ll deliver high-quality care and education for 0–6 years, contribute to curriculum, build relationships,

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Current First Aid Certificate approved by ACECQA with related modules.
• Identify & Respond to Children at Risk of Harm certificate.
• Valid Working with Children Check.
• Completed GECCKO mandatory child safety training.
• Understanding of NQF and EYLF.

Responsibilities

• Developing high-quality curriculum aligned to children’s strengths and interests.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with children, families and team.
• Support the organisation’s Catholic identity, policies and procedures.

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Current First Aid Certificate (ACECQA)

Identify & Respond to Children at Risk of Harm

Working with Children Check

GECCKO National Child Safety Training

National Quality Framework & Early Years Learning Framework knowledge

Job description

Introduction

About Sydney Catholic Early Childhood Services (SCECS)

Sydney Catholic Early Childhood Services (SCECS) is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting children and families within our Catholic schools and parishes. SCECS delivers high-quality education and care while fostering strong connections within the Catholic community. By joining SCECS, you become part of a purpose-driven organisation committed to making a positive impact.

Description

We're Hiring

Full-Time Cert III Educator!

Location

Sacred Heart Preschool and Long Day Care, 511 Bunnerong Road, Matraville NSW 2036

Centre Size

Brand new 62-place facility with 3 modern learning rooms

Perk

Onsite staff parking available

Be part of something special from the very beginning. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment and help shape a high-quality early learning experience for local families.

Why Choose Us

• Dynamic Team: Join a passionate team committed to delivering a high level of care and education.
• Above Award Remuneration: Enjoy competitive above award payrate
• State-of-the-Art Facility: Work in brand new, modern centre
• Community Focus: Be part of a not-for-profit service dedicated to the well‑being of children and families in our local community.

Your New Role

As a qualified Early Childhood Educator, you'll play a pivotal role in the growth and development of children aged 0-6.

This is a newly added role due to increase in occupancy. Full-time Permanent and plenty of space to grow.

Your responsibilities include

• Developing High-Quality Curriculum: Respond to children’s strengths, interests, and needs by developing and implementing an exceptional education and care curriculum.
• Building Positive Relationships: Provide active support to children, families, and your team. Build and maintain professional and positive relationships based on respect, trust, and honesty.
• Supporting Our Identity: Actively support our organisation’s Catholic identity, philosophy, policies, and procedures.

Our Benefits

• Above Award Salary Package: Your dedication deserves exceptional compensation.
• Childcare Fee Discounts: Save on childcare fees for your own little ones.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a Rostered Day Off every four weeks to recharge and reset.
• Novated Leasing: Reduce your taxable income and drive the car of your choice with novated leasing benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access free, confidential support for both personal and professional matters — including counselling, mental health services, financial guidance and more — for you and your immediate family.

To Be Considered, You Must Have

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Current First Aid Certificate Approved by ACECQA: Includes applying first aid, emergency asthma management, and anaphylaxis.
• Identify & Respond to Children at Risk of Harm Certificate
• Valid Working with Children Check
• Completed the mandatory national child safety training via GECCKO. Register GECCKO
• Practical Knowledge: Understanding of the National Quality Framework and the Early Years Learning Framework.