Full time Educator - Diploma

Family Tree Learning Centre; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded in-service training

2‑Week Christmas Break

Small group sizes for personalized c​h

Supportive management and peer​guidanc

Job summary

Family Tree Learning Centre in Bateau Bay NSW is seeking a passionate Early Childhood Educator for a permanent full-time role. The educator will contribute to a warm, inclusive setting and deliver play-based learning aligned with EYLF v2.0 for children aged 2–6 years.

You will work within a small, supportive team to plan, implement and review the curriculum while maintaining high standards of safety and child wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care (ACECQA recognised)
• Current First Aid certification
• Asthma & Anaphylaxis certification
• WWC/Working with Children Check compliant
• Safety/child protection training

Responsibilities

• Support Educational Program by observing, planning and delivering engaging learning experiences.
• Build strong relationships with children, families and colleagues to foster a positive environment.
• Implement a strengths-based approach to support individual needs and regulation.
• Be a team player, contributing to a cooperative and high-performing service.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care

ACECQA recognition (qualification)

Job description

Family Tree Learning Centre – Bateau Bay NSW

Early Childhood Educator – Full time Diploma IMMEDIATE START

Family Tree Learning Centre located at Bateau Bay, is a family owned and operated EXCEEDING centre and we have been operating since 2009. Our 59 place centre caters for children aged 2-6 years and operates 8am-5pm 50 weeks of the year.

We have 3 separate well resourced playrooms with one being dedicated for the transition to school (4-5 years) and a combined playground backing onto a beautiful nature reserve with a cooling ocean breeze.

We proudly are dedicated to providing a nurturing, safe and educationally stimulating environment for the children.Our centre is part of a local neighbourhood, with a cooling sea breeze and bushland behind us. We have the convenience of a bus stop at our door, a small local shopping centre and community park spaces close by.

We are currently seeking a passionate, enthusiastic andprofessional Educatorwho has a dedicated approach and strong commitment to Early Childhood educationto join our team of educators and management in a permanent role 5 days per week.

You will possess excellent communication skills, a good work ethic and the ability to work as part of a happy team to contribute to all aspects of the service.

You will join a team of dedicated educators to create a stimulating, positive and inclusive environment that reflects the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLFv2.0) whilst maintaining the elements of the National Quality Standards and a high quality, play based learning philosophy. This curriculum is interest based and child focused and views children as being independent, competent, capable and unique learners who have control of their own learning and environment.

What you will get working with us:

• Paid Professional Development– Elevate your skills with fully funded in-service training
• 2-Week Christmas Break– Relax and recharge over the holidays while we take care of a full professional deep clean and focus on educator well-being.
• Small Group Sizes– Build meaningful connections with children through intimate group sizes that allow for personalized care and focused learning experiences.
• Well-Resourced Centre– Work in a centre equipped with everything you need to create a stimulating, high-quality learning environment for the children.
• Dedicated Peer Support– Receive hands‑on guidance from our action‑oriented service director and admin staff, with mentorship and support to help you grow and reach your personal and professional goals

Duties & responsibilities

• Support the Educational Program– Play a key role in observing, planning, and implementing engaging learning experiences that foster children’s growth and development.
• Build Strong Relationships– Cultivate trusting and respectful connections with children, families, and colleagues to create a positive, collaborative environment.
• Implement a strengths based approach to supporting children’s individual needs and regulation
• Be a Team Player– Demonstrate proactive teamwork, set high personal and team standards, and contribute to a positive and uplifting team spirit to enhance overall service performance.

Skills & requirements

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care(those currently working towards their Diploma in last 6 months are welcome to apply). (recognised by ACECQA)
• Current First AidandAsthma & Anaphylaxis certification/CPR (recognised by ACECQA)
• Completed child safety foundations courses 1,2,3,4 (Mandatory)
• Completed an approved child protection course (recognised by ACECQA)
• Valid Working with Children Check. (please provide WWC for verification)
• Safe sleep certificate.
• Behaviour guidance certificate/refresher course.
• A thorough understanding of and ability to deliver requirements under the National Quality Standards (NQS) and Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF V2.0); Child Protection & Mandatory Reporting; Workplace Health & Safety issues.
• Flexibilityto work across all shifts, age groups and collaborate effectively as part of a productive team.
• A commitment to your own ongoing professional development in early childhood
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills; show initiative and a capacity to work with minimal supervision; well developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to prioritise work tasks, seek guidance when required, but work with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of current early childhood theories and practice & children’s services legislation
• Two relevant and recent teaching references/ referee contact details (Supervisor or higher level)

Family Tree Learning Centre is a committed advocate for child protection, safety and wellbeing. We have a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm. The safety of children will always be our priority and all team members are expected to embrace this shared commitment.