Childcare Educator

At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED.

As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community.

Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales' largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.

Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.

We're committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

ADD VALUE - THE ROLE

We are currently seeking a Certificate III Childcare Educator to join our Colleen Gale Children's Servicesteam.Our people are passionate, hardworking and give 110%. Each person brings their unique background and contributes to moving us forward and making an impact to the Singleton community. To succeed in this role, you will possess:

- Certificate III in Children's Services
- Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- First Aid Certificate, including anaphylaxis and asthma training
- Practical experience in implementing interests and skills-based programs in a childcare centre/mobile preschool
- Previous experience in the care of children aged 0-5
- Knowledge of curriculum and legislative frameworks
- Excellent communication skills

This position is offered on a term contract, full-time basis until 1 May 2026,working 38 hours per week, with an accrued rostered day off every 4 weeks.

Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 7 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $2607 - $2933 per fortnight plus 12% superannuation.

BE VALUED - THE REWARD

Your wellbeing benefits include:

- Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
- Health + Wellbeing Leave
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks

Your leave benefits include:

- Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
- Annual Leave
- Sick + Carer's Leave
- Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
- Parental Leave
- Domestic + Family Violence Leave
- Health + Wellbeing Leave

Your development benefits include:

- Training Courses + Professional Development
- Education Assistance
- Leadership Development Program
- Emerging Leaders Program
- 'Grow our Own' Program

Your reward + recognition benefits include:

- ESSPecialist Program Awards
- Service Awards
- Be Valued Recognition Program

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

To find out about all the amazing things Singleton Council is doing to add value to our community click hereto explore our webpages.

Do you want to be valued at Singleton Council? Click heretocheck out our careers page and to see what ison offer.

For further information regarding this role please see the position description.

INTERESTED?

For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunitycontact Amber Ross, Acting Team Leader Children's Services on 02 6578 7274.

To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.

Singleton Council is committed to protecting children from harm. We require all applicants who will be working with children to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE TUESDAY 19 AUGUST 2025.

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