SDN Randwick - Senior Educator - Full Time

SDN Children's Services; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award pay and conditions

Discounted childcare fees

Professional development

Wellbeing and EAP

Job summary

SDN Randwick is hiring a Diploma-qualified Senior Educator for a permanent full-time role in our 2–3 years toddler room. 38 hours per week, Monday–Friday, with above‑award conditions, professional development, and benefits in a warm not-for-profit environment.

You will work closely with the Room Leader, delivering play-based programs and supporting children's learning, wellbeing and development in a calm, inclusive setting.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is required.
• Current Working with Children Check, First Aid and Child Protection training are essential.

Responsibilities

• Build warm, respectful relationships with children and families.
• Plan, deliver and reflect on play-based learning experiences.
• Create safe, stimulating indoor and outdoor spaces for exploration and independence.
• Support and collaborate with the Room Leader and team to deliver quality learning outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Working with Children Check

First Aid qualification

Child Protection training

Job description

SDN Randwick - Senior Educator - Full Time

Join SDN Randwick as a Diploma qualified Senior Educator in a permanent full-time role working Monday - Friday, 38 hours per week, in our 2-3 years toddler room. Be part of a warm, inclusive not-for-profit service with above-award conditions, professional development, discounted childcare, and a beautiful outdoor learning environment with gardens, fruit trees and resident chickens.

If you are passionate about play-based learning, strong family partnerships and making a genuine difference for children aged 2–3 years, we would love to hear from you.

About The Role

As Senior Educator at SDN Randwick, you will play a key role in our 2–3 years toddler room, creating a calm, engaging and inclusive learning environment where children feel safe, connected and curious. Working closely with the Room Leader, educators and families, you will help deliver meaningful play-based programs that support each child’s learning, wellbeing and development.

• Build warm, respectful relationships with children and families, supporting strong partnerships and a genuine sense of belonging
• Plan, deliver and reflect on play-based learning experiences that are responsive to children’s interests, strengths and developmental needs
• Create safe, stimulating and inviting indoor and outdoor learning spaces that encourage exploration, independence and confidence
• Use observations, documentation and reflective practice to support high-quality learning outcomes aligned with the EYLF and National Quality Standards
• Support children’s daily routines, care needs and wellbeing with patience, consistency and respect
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture by modelling professionalism, initiative and strong communication
• Support educators in day-to-day practice, helping create an inclusive and high-performing team environment
• Maintain child-safe practices and support compliance with service policies, procedures and early childhood regulations

About You

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of the Early Years Learning Framework and the National Quality Standards
• Hold a current Working with Children Check, First Aid qualification and approved Child Protection training
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Have relevant experience in a similar role in early Childhood education and care

What is on offer

• Above award pay and conditions (plus WRP)
• Discounted childcare fees & priority placement for your children
• Rostered day off per month (full-time staff)
• Generous leave entitlements, including 12 days personal / carer’s leave
• Professional training and development to support you to continue to learn and grow
• Employee Assistance Program

What is it like to work with us?

SDN Randwick is an Exceeding-rated, 76-place early learning and preschool centre located on the UNSW campus. You’ll join a qualified and passionate team that values strong, caring relationships with children and families and has a strong focus on social justice, inclusion and children as capable contributors to their world.

At the heart of the centre is an expansive natural outdoor environment with lawns, gardens, vegetable patches and resident chickens. The team embraces nature-based, play-focused learning, supporting children to explore, take on new challenges and develop confidence, curiosity and independence.

If you are passionate about working together to create better outcomes for children, young people, and families, we would love to hear from you!

About SDN

SDN Children’s Services is a respected not-for-profit organisation that has been providing quality services for children and families for 120 years.

Our purpose is to promote and enhance children’s wellbeing, learning and development in inclusive environments; and our vision is for an equitable world where all children thrive. We pride ourselves on creating a unique village where all children, families and staff belong.

You can find out more about us on the SDN website.

SDN Children’s Services is committed to being a child-safe organisation, prioritising the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks including Working with Children Check (NSW) or Working with Vulnerable People (ACT).

SDN Children's Services welcomes and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.