Senior Educator

Careers at Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 81,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Inclusive culture

Public transport access

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

City of Sydney's Education and Care Services team is seeking a highly skilled Senior Educator for the Redfern site. You’ll develop and deliver high quality inclusive programs that support the safety, health, wellbeing, education and development of children aged 0 to 6 years, ensuring alignment with policies and the National Quality Framework.

We require a Diploma in Children's Services (or ACECQA approved) and current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications, with pre-employment checks

Qualifications

• Including care and education for children aged 0–6 in early learning.
• Must hold Diploma in Children's Services or ACECQA‑recognised equivalent.
• Current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications per ACECQA.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver inclusive programs supporting safety, health, wellbeing and development of children.
• Ensure alignment with City of Sydney policies, National Quality Framework and child protection law.

Skills

Early childhood care (0–6 yrs)

Education

Diploma in Children's Services

Job description

Education & Care Services/Social City/City Life

Part Time/Term Contract up to 12 October 2027 - 30 hours per week (4 days per week)

$73,319 pro-rated per annum plus superannuation

Redfern

Education & Care Services/Social City/City Life

Part Time/Term Contract up to 12 October 2027 - 30 hours per week (4 days per week)

$73,319 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 is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Educator to join our team of educators.

In this role, you’ll develop and deliver high quality inclusive programs and services that support the safety, health, wellbeing, education and development of children and ensures alignment with the City of Sydney's 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
• Diploma 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, Sunday 8 November 2026.

For more information, contact Bianca Nuku, Early Childhood Manager on 02 9246 7***.

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

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

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We're passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to join us.

We're a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us *************@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.auor 02 9265 9***.