ECT or Diploma Full Time / Part-Time

The Learning Cottage; Wollongbar; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid PD

Paid First Aid/CPR renewals

Outdoor playscapes

Family-owned business

Job summary

The Learning Cottage in Wollongbar, NSW is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) or Diploma-qualified Educator to join a caring, family-owned service. The role offers permanent part-time or full-time options, with a minimum of three days per week for part-time applicants.

You will collaborate with experienced staff to deliver high-quality early childhood education, emphasizing child safety, wellbeing and reflective practice within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• ACECQA-approved ECT qualification or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care/equivalent approved qualification.
• Willingness to work full-time or a minimum of 3 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and evaluate high-quality, play-based educational programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework.
• Support children’s individual learning, development and wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Child safety focus

Education

ACECQA-approved ECT qualification

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) or Diploma Educator – Part-Time or Full-Time

The Learning Cottage | Wollongbar, NSW

The Learning Cottage is a privately owned, warm and welcoming 68-place early childhood education and care service located in Wollongbar, Northern NSW.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) or Diploma-qualified Early Childhood Educator to join our established team.

We can offer permanent part-time or full-time employment, depending on the successful applicant's availability. For part-time applicants, we are looking for someone who can work a minimum of 3 days per week.

The Learning Cottage is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation. The safety, wellbeing and protection of every child in our care is at the centre of everything we do.

About the position

You will work collaboratively with our experienced educators and leadership team to provide high-quality early childhood education and care.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning, implementing and evaluating high-quality, play-based educational programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework
• Supporting children's individual learning, development and wellbeing
• Building positive and respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Creating safe, engaging and inclusive learning environments
• Contributing to curriculum planning, documentation and reflective practice
• Working collaboratively with our educators and pedagogical leadership team
• Demonstrating a strong commitment to child safety, child protection and children's wellbeing
• Contributing to the ongoing quality improvement of the service

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds an ACECQA-approved Early Childhood Teaching qualification OR Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care/equivalent approved qualification
• Is seeking full-time employment or a minimum of 3 days per week
• Holds a current Working with Children Check
• Is passionate about providing high-quality early childhood education and care
• Has strong written and verbal communication skills
• Is positive, reliable and professional
• Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a team
• Is committed to creating an environment where children feel safe, respected and heard

First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications are required.

What we offer

• Permanent full-time or part-time employment
• Part-time applicants – minimum 3 days per week
• Hands-on support from our Nominated Supervisor and our Educational Leader
• We are not a Corporate Centre; we are a family owned business
• Paid professional development
• Paid First Aid and CPR renewals
• Opportunities for ongoing professional and career development
• Beautiful natural outdoor environments and playscapes A supportive and established team where educators are valued