Childcare Educator

**About the role**

Balmain Care For Kids' is seeking passionate an experienced Early Childhood Educator to join our dynamic and dedicated team (Certificate 3 or Diploma qualification). We pride ourselves on creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that supports children’s growth, learning, and wellbeing. Our dedicated team is committed to fostering positive relationships with children, families, and the wider community. As an Educator, you will play a crucial role in shaping the lives of young children through high-quality early childhood education and care, alongside other educators. This is a full-time opportunity based in our Balmain, NSW location.

**Key Duties & Responsibilities**
- Assisting in planning, implementing, and evaluating developmentally appropriate programs that support children’s physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development
- Supervising and engaging children in indoor and outdoor activities, ensuring a safe and supportive environment
- Observing and recording children’s behaviour, learning, and progress, and reporting observations to senior educators
- Assisting with daily routines such as meals, rest times, hygiene, and transitions
- Helping children develop positive self-esteem, confidence, and social interaction skills
- Maintaining effective communication with parents, guardians, and colleagues, and fostering strong partnerships with families
- Ensuring compliance with service policies, National Quality Standards (NQS), and health and safety regulations
- Supporting inclusion and diversity, and promoting respect and empathy among children

**Skills & Experience**
- Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent recognised qualification) is preferred
- Previous experience working with children in an early childhood or school-aged care setting desirable
- Sound understanding of child development and age-appropriate practices
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Current Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis management certifications preferred

**What we offer**
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Ongoing opportunities for professional development and career progression
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
- Access to resources and facilities to support your work
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families
- Discounted childcare fees for your own children (50%)

**About us**

Balmain Care For Kids' is a leading provider of early childhood education and care services in the local community. Our mission is to create a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can thrive and reach their full potential. With a strong focus on play-based learning and family engagement, we are committed to delivering the highest standards of care and education.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $77,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Childcare assistance
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring program
- Extended annual leave
- Free drinks
- Free food
- Professional development assistance
- Salary packaging

Application Question(s):

- Are you seeking sponsorship?
- How many years experience do you have in the Early Education industry?
- What Early Education qualification do you hold?

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person