Educator

IndigenousX; Sydney; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Supporting families

Inclusive culture

Job summary

City of Sydney seeks a qualified Educator for our Education and Care Services team in Redfern. This part-time role covers 25 hours across five days, delivering high-quality care for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years.

You will implement inclusive programs supporting safety, health and development in line with policies and NQF. The role offers flexible working, professional development, and a supportive environment within a city department recognised for inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for and educating children aged 0 to 6 years in an early learning setting.
• Current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications approved by ACECQA.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality inclusive programs for children aged 0–6.
• Support safety, health, wellbeing and development in line with policies and the National Quality Framework.
• Collaborate with teams to implement nurturing care across early learning services.

Education

Certificate 3 in Children’s Services or ACECQA‑approved equivalent

Job description

Description

Redfern

Education & Care Services/Social City/City Life

Part Time/Permanent, 25 hours across 5 days a week

$53,641 pro-rated per annum plus superannuation

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city:Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.

About The Role

The City of Sydney's Education and Care Services team seeks a qualified, experienced and motivated Educator to join our team educators. Our team provides nurturing, high quality occasional care for children between 6 weeks and 6 years of age.

You’ll contribute to and implement high quality inclusive programs and service that support the safety, health, wellbeing and development of children in line with our policies and procedures, the National Quality Framework and Child Protection Law.

We’re Looking For Someone With

• experience and skills in caring for and educating children aged 0 to 6 years old in an early learning environment
• Certificate 3 in Children’s Services or approved equivalent as recognised by ACECQA
• current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications as approved by ACECQA.

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The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration, medical assessment, criminal history and working with children check.

Applications must be submitted online by11:59pm, Wednesday 16 September 2026.

For more information, contact Bianca Nuku, Early Childhood Manager on 02 9246 7886.

What We Can Offer You

You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working

• 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance
• Collaborative approach to flexible working
• City centre head office, with many public transport options

Professional development

• Leadership and management development program
• Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave
• Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences
• Long service and employee recognition awards
• Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling

Supporting families

• We provide 26 weeks of paid parental leave for all new parents, supporting diverse and inclusive families
• Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave
• Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave
• Part-time and job-sharing options available
• Supportive return-to-work environment

Inclusive culture

• Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
• Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity, Inclusive City, Young Professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network
• Recognised family inclusive workplace
• Veteran employment supporter

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.