Play-Based Early Childhood Teacher: Shape Young Minds

Daisy Learning Centre; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Daisy Learning Centre, located in Sydney, NSW, is seeking a passionate Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) to provide high-quality education and care in a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment. You will plan play-based programs aligned with EYLF and NQS, supporting children's development, wellbeing and school readiness while documenting progress and collaborating with families and staff.

The role requires an approved ECT qualification, a minimum of 2 years’ experience, NSW WWCC, and a commitment

Qualifications

• Approved Early Childhood Teaching qualification recognised under ACECQA requirements.
• Minimum 2 years experience in an ECT role.
• Current NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC).
• Sound knowledge of the EYLF, National Quality Standard and National Regulations.
• Experience planning and implementing high-quality early childhood educational programs.
• Strong understanding of child development, play-based learning and inclusive teaching practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with families and team members.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while demonstrating initiative and professional responsibility.
• Strong organisational skills, documentation practices and attention to detail.
• Genuine passion for early childhood education and commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Current first aid, anaphylaxis and asthma management training, or willingness to obtain these as required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and evaluate high-quality educational programs in line with EYLF and NQF.
• Develop engaging, child-centred and play-based learning experiences.
• Promote children’s social, emotional, physical and cognitive development, including school readiness.
• Observe, document and assess children’s learning and development, maintaining learning records and portfolios.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Collaborate with the Centre Director and Educational Leader to support quality outcomes.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment compliant with regulations.
• Support children’s wellbeing, health, safety and supervision at all times.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, reflection and quality improvement initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with families about progress and wellbeing.
• Ensure compliance with National Quality Standard, National Regulations and service policies.

Skills

EYLF knowledge

NQS familiarity

Child development understanding

Play-based learning

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Documentation practices

Professional development

Education

ACECQA-recognised Early Childhood Teaching qualification

Job description

Daisy Learning Centre, located in Sydney, NSW, is seeking a passionate Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) to provide high-quality education and care in a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment. You will plan play-based programs aligned with EYLF and NQS, supporting children's development, wellbeing and school readiness while documenting progress and collaborating with families and staff.

The role requires an approved ECT qualification, a minimum of 2 years’ experience, NSW WWCC, and a commitment