Educator Diploma

Uniting; Grafton; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Regional benefits

Parking

Career development

Discounts & cashbacks

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Uniting Preschool Grafton is a small, community-focused service offering high-quality early childhood education for 3–5 year olds with 25 places. Nestled in a welcoming environment, it operates under the National Quality Standards and prioritises play-based learning, First Nations connections, and strong family partnerships in a nurturing setting.

As a Diploma Qualified Educator, you will support learning outcomes, develop engaging programs and contribute to a caring team dedicated to inclusion

Qualifications

• Diploma in Children Services essential and prior Diploma Level experience in an early learning service.
• Knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
• Understanding of Child Protection and Mandatory Reporting.
• First Aid Certificate and Working with Vulnerable People checks required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality education and care to children in line with NQS and learning framework.
• Contribute to development of programs reflecting the approved learning framework.
• Develop positive relationships with children, families and community.
• Facilitate play-based learning environments responsive to children's interests and abilities.
• Set up and pack up daily routines and maintain room cleanliness.
• Document children's learning through observations and assessments against outcomes.

Skills

Communication with families

Play-based learning

Observations & learning stories

Relationship building

Education

Diploma in Children Services (essential)

Job description

• $37.30/hr - $38.08/hr + Super + Salary Packaging


• Full time permanent opportunity


• Work during school terms! Get paid school holidays!

About The Opportunity

Uniting Preschool Grafton is a welcoming, community-focused preschool providing high-quality early childhood education for children aged 3–5 years. With just 25 places, the service offers a nurturing environment where educators build meaningful relationships with children and families. Rated Exceeding the National Quality Standard, the preschool embraces play-based learning, strong connections to First Nations culture and engaging outdoor spaces, including a bike track, veggie patch and natural play areas. With a strong focus on inclusion, cultural awareness and community partnerships, it's a rewarding environment for educators passionate about making a difference in children's early years.

What You’ll Be Doing In This Role

As a Diploma Qualified Educator, you’ll provide quality education and care to children to help support and facilitate their learning outcomes in accordance with the National Quality Standards and learning framework!

Your Care Work May Include

• Contribute to the development of programs which reflect the approved learning framework.


• Developing positive and respectful relationships that support children, their families and community.


• Facilitating play-based learning environments that are responsive to children’s interest, strengths, and abilities.


• Carry daily duties of set up and pack up as well as maintain cleanliness of the room.


• Documenting children’s learning through observations and assessments against learning outcomes

Who We’re Looking For

• Diploma in Children Services (essential), with previous experience working at a Diploma Level in an early learning service.


• A work history that demonstrates recording observations, writing learning stories and supporting the planning of a successful curriculum using the Early Years Learning Framework.


• Understand the National Quality Framework and EYLF


• Strong understanding of Child Protection and Mandatory Reporting


• Have the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, families and community members


• Experience working with children with developmental delays and disabilities desirable but not essential


• You’ll be adaptable, empathetic and resourceful, and be able to live Uniting’s everyday values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.

What We Offer You

• Maximum allowable salary packaging to pay less tax (additional $18,550 tax-free plus regional benefits plus parking)


• A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career


• Discounts and cash backs programs with major retailers


• Wellbeing programs including confidential employee assistance program available to you and your family members

Click here to find out more about our great benefits: Benefits of working at Uniting

What To Expect

Please know that employment with Uniting requires:

• A National Police Check


• Valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Check


• GECKKO National Child Protection Training Certificate


• First Aid Certificate


• Working Rights Check

About Uniting

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity

At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.