Senior Educator

3 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Aboriginal Health Council of Western Australia Full time

Inner-City

Education & Care Services / Social City / City Life

Full-Time / Term Contract parental leave cover for 12 months

$85,187 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 through collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities, be open to new ideas, and create bold solutions.

About the role

The City of Sydney's Education and Care Services team seeks two highly skilled and motivated Senior Educators to join our team of educators.

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

Download position description.

This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration, medical assessment, criminal history check, and working with children check.

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59 pm, Wednesday 17 September 2025.

For more information, contact Bianca Nuku, Early Childhood Manager, at 02 9246 7886.

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.

Supporting families
  • 26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leave
  • Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave
  • Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave
  • Part-time and job-sharing options available
  • Supportive return-to-work environment
Inclusive culture
  • Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
  • Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander networks
  • Recognised family-inclusive workplace
  • Veteran employment supporter

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

How to apply

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 disabilities, veterans, and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us.

We're a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with a disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at recruitment@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or 02 9265 9333.

We're improving our website accessibility. If you experience any issues, contact us for an alternate format.

Select 'apply now' to submit your resume and selection criteria.

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