Educator Certificate Iii

PRIMARY DETAIL

If you are a Certificate III qualified Early Childhood Educator with a passion for inclusive, high-quality early learning — we want to hear from you

Join one of Macquarie University’s highly regarded early learning centres, where you’ll work alongside a team of experienced educators and contribute to a learning environment that values relationships, professional growth, and reflective practice.

THE ROLES
We currently have several exciting opportunities for Certificate III Educators across our centres:

- Gumnut Cottage
- _2 x Full-time, ongoing positions_
- Mia Mia Child and Family Study Centre
- _1 x Full-time, fixed-term position (until 23 December 2025)_
- Banksia Cottage
- _1 x Full-time, ongoing position_

Reporting to the Room Leader, you will be an advocate for children, believe in quality early education and the value of relationships, and be willing to collaborate with the university community.

What We Offer
In return you will enjoy competitive pay plus a range of salary packaging options and other benefits including:
- Education and professional development opportunities- Paid lunch breaks with no requirement to remain on premises- Paid staff meetings & generous release time- Free access to Macquarie University Sport & Aquatic Centre- Additional concessional days- Access to staff wellbeing programs, support services, and employee flu shots ABOUT YOU
You are a passionate and dedicated early childhood educator who:
- Contributes to the planning and delivery of educational programs, including developmental records- Interacts respectfully and positively with children and families- Works collaboratively and respectfully within a large, diverse team- Maintains a current understanding of the EYLF and National Quality Standards- Supports and actively contributes to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives- Demonstrates commitment to professional development and continuous improvement- Follows approved policies and procedures to keep children safe (child protection, supervision, health and wellbeing)

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS- ACECQA approved Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care- Approved First Aid, CPR and Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications- Working with Children Check (please provide your clearance number in the resume)- Flexibility with work hours, including occasional out-of-hours meetings

ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA- Demonstrated experience working with children aged 0-5 years in a regulated early learning setting- Experience contributing to the implementation of inclusive educational programs- Awareness of child development and knowledge of appropriate engagement strategies- Ability to supervise children and maintain a safe, clean learning environment- Strong interpersonal and communication skills- Sound understanding of the National Quality Framework, including the EYLF, National Law, Regulations, and child protection legislation, including responsibilities as a Mandatory Reporter- Demonstrated computer literacy (e.g. Office 365)- Proven ability to build respectful, ethical relationships with children, families, and colleagues, and a strong commitment to contributing to a positive, inclusive, and professional team culture

Note: Applicants must have valid work rights in Australia.

OUR ORGANISATIONAL VALUES
You share our values of Courage, Agility, Rigour, Empowerment and Support (CARES) and demonstrate them in your professional practice.

HOW TO APPLY
Click ‘Apply’ to submit your resume online. A cover letter is not required, but you must be prepared to respond to interview questions based on the Essential Selection Criteria listed above. All mandatory qualifications and certifications must be clearly listed in your resume.

If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can accommodate your needs.

Specific Role Enquiries: Meredith Chan - Centre Manager, Mia Mia Child and Family Study Centre - (02) 9850 9880 |

General Recruitment Enquiries: Mirna Alaaiddin - Talent Acquisition Officer |


Application Closing Date: Sunday 6 July, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. (AEST)

Applications Close:
06/07/2025 11:59 PM

Diversity and Inclusion
- Innovation and ingenuity thrive at Macquarie University when diversity, equity and inclusion take centre stage. At the University, we embrace a culture where diversity of background, experience and perspective are fundamental to our success.
- We do not discriminate on gender identity, age, culture, disability, sexuality, Indigeneity, family and caring responsibilities or religion.
- Flexible Work

At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University.