Educator

Only About Children; Northern Beaches Council; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount for employee childcare fee

Above award salary and annual review

Flexible working arrangements

Commitment to leadership programs

Parental leave pay

EAP for wellbeing

Retail discount program

Loyalty recognition program

Flexible working arrangements

Leadership development programs

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Northern Beaches is seeking an Educator for their Fairlight 2 campus. This role involves leading educational programs and ensuring child safety while providing support to colleagues. Ideal candidates are passionate about early childhood education and hold a Diploma in Early Childhood. The position comes with benefits like employee childcare discounts and flexible arrangements, making it an excellent opportunity for those committed to nurturing children's development.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for Early Childhood education and development.
• Current Working with Children Check required.
• Completion of First Aid and Child Protection Training highly regarded.
• Demonstrated passion for early childhood education and development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative, cooperative team player.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and implementation of the educational program.
• Prioritise the health and safety of all children on campus.
• Provide leadership, guidance and support to other educators.
• Maintain ongoing records of children’s development, program and daily information.
• Assist with daily campus operations and room tasks such as activity preparation and mealtimes.
• Ensure high quality of services in line with National Quality Standards and Government Regulations.

Skills

Passion for Early Childhood education

Excellent written and verbal communication

Team player

Team player

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood

Working with Children Check

First Aid & Child Protection Training

Job description

Educator – Fairlight 2 Campus

Join the team at Only About Children Fairlight 2, a welcoming and purpose-built campus located in the heart of Sydney's Northern Beaches. With modern indoor and outdoor learning environments, onsite parking, and easy access to public transport, Fairlight 2 offers a supportive and inspiring setting to deliver high-quality early learning. Work alongside a passionate team of educators and allied health specialists in a campus committed to nurturing every child's growth, development and wellbeing.

Key Duties

• Lead the planning and implementation of the educational program which values a holistic view of each child’s development
• Prioritise the health and safety of all children on campus
• Provide leadership, guidance and support to other educators within the campus
• Maintain ongoing records of the children’s development, program and daily information
• Assist with daily campus operations and room tasks such as activity preparation and mealtimes
• Assure the high quality of services in consideration of the National Quality Standards as well as compliance with relevant Government Regulations

The Ideal Candidate

• Diploma in Early Childhood
• A genuine passion for Early Childhood education and development
• A creative, supportive and cooperative team player
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Current Working with Children Check
• Completion of First Aid and Child Protection Training highly regarded

You Are Worth More

• Location Incentive!!!
• 50% discount for employee childcare fee
• Above award salary and annual review
• Two ‘Wellbeing Days' and option to purchase up to two weeks additional annual leave
• 20 weeks Government Parental Leave Pay
• Access to 10 days paid Family & Domestic Violence support
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for ongoing mental health and wellbeing support
• Retail Discount Program including discounted online and in-store vouchers and over 500 online cashback offers
• Loyalty Recognition Program to reward tenure of service
• Flexible working arrangements
• Commitment to leadership and development programs

Who We Are

At Only About Children, Australia's leading childcare provider, we lay the groundwork for lifelong success and happiness. Our devoted team of educators fosters a nurturing space where children flourish and achieve their potential. Our early learning campuses cater to 0-6‑year‑olds, designed to spark growth, learning and discovery. Our playgrounds and tools incorporate modern, interactive designs to guarantee a delightful experience for our children. We operate in 80 campuses across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.

How to Apply

Click ‘apply now’ and submit your application or email [e-mail] to discuss the opportunity further.

At Only About Children we have a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion and we want you to bring your whole self to work. We welcome and encourage applications from all members of the community, particularly those who identify as Australian Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander.

Only About Children is proud to share that our application for the Worker Retention Payment has been approved! This means our team members will receive an additional 10% on top of the award rate, plus an extra 5% from December 2025, funded by the Australian Federal Government until 30 November 2026.

At Only About Children (OAC), every child's safety, wellbeing, and protection is our highest priority. We have an unwavering commitment to providing a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where every child feels safe and valued. All employees are required to hold a current Employee Working with Children Check before beginning employment. Additionally, throughout the recruitment process, we conduct thorough assessments to ensure the suitability of all candidates for working with children.