Early Childcare Educator (Diploma)

Careers at Council; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization is looking for passionate Diploma Trained Early Childhood Educators to join their team in Liverpool. You will support the Early Childhood Teacher in designing and evaluating educational curriculums while fostering a supportive learning environment. Applicants should hold a Diploma of Children's Services and have child protection training. The position offers many benefits, including professional development and health and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Learning and Development opportunities

Early Childhood Educator mentoring program

Guidance from a specialised curriculum advisor

Qualifications

• Diploma Trained Early Childhood Educator with a Diploma of Children’s Services.
• Child protection training approved by ACECQA.
• First aid certificate.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and evaluation of educational curriculums for children.
• Work with the Early Childhood Teacher to foster a conducive learning environment.

Skills

Child protection training

Knowledge of child development

First aid certification

Education

Diploma of Children’s Services

Job description

Overview

Liverpool City Council is seeking passionate and dedicated Diploma Trained Early Childhood Educators to join our team, supporting the Early Childhood Teacher in the design, implementation and evaluation of high-quality inquiry based educational curriculums for children attending our services.

Job Details

• Location: Warwick Farm, Holsworthy & Hinchinbrook
• Position: 3 X Permanent Full-time
• Hours: 38 hours per week, 5 days per week
• Salary: $64,584.53 to $69,917.94 + 12% Super

Responsibilities

• Support the design, implementation and evaluation of high-quality inquiry based educational curriculums for children.
• Work under the direction of an Early Childhood Teacher to foster a curriculum and learning environment that encourages curiosity, critical thinking and a love of learning.

About You / Qualifications

• Diploma Trained Early Childhood Educator with a Diploma of Children’s Services.
• Child protection training approved and recognised by ACECQA.
• First aid certificate.
• Detailed knowledge of child development and contemporary theories/approaches to early childhood education and care.
• Thorough understanding of Early Childhood Regulations.

Benefits Of Working At Lcc

• Learning and Development opportunities
• Early Childhood Educator mentoring program
• Networking opportunities with early childhood professionals within the organisation
• Guidance from a specialised curriculum advisor and experienced Early Childhood Teachers
• Partnerships with local universities
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
• 2 X Health and Wellbeing leaves, free counselling, and gym subsidy
• Salary sacrifice possibilities for Education and Care fees
• Services exceed National Quality Standards
• Release time to undertake curriculum planning and documentation
• Beautiful, well-resourced natural learning environments

This position is subject to a working with children check and prohibited person is not eligible to apply. All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check.

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First Nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

How to Apply

Please click the Apply button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection/essential criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application.

Closing: 2 October 2025

Be part of creating the future. For further information about the position please contact Samata Billa, Talent Acquisition Partner at [e-mail]

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