Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care Starting 2026- Erskine Park

About us- Old MacDonald's Child Care (OMCC) is a purpose-built private childcare service in Orchard Hills (Erskine Park side). Address 21A Mandalong Close, Orchard Hills.

OMCC outdoor play environments incorporate our natural rural surroundings and encourage all children to explore their senses while learning about the environment, sustainability, animals and growing and caring for plants.

This is a rare opportunity to work in suburbia on 6.5 acres with animals (cow, sheep, alpaca, pig, goats, rabbits and chickens), go on tractor/ trailer rides with the children and educate the children to develop skills to care for and nurture animals.

About the position- Previous experience as an effective Group Leader will help the successful applicant communicate, lead and oversee a team to complete observations, curriculum documents and the planning cycle to guide children to learn through play. A warm, friendly, flexible, can-do attitude will enable you to be an effective Group Leader with professional communication skills.

Educators work in partnership with colleagues, children, families and other professionals to share decision-making, engage in conversation and critical reflection about different theoretical and philosophical approaches to the pedagogy they adapt.

Come and join the dedicated and experienced OMCC team to start 2026

Positions Available

1. Part time. 4 days per week.

2. Part-time 3 days per week

3. Part-time 3 days per week Parental leave contract until 29th May 2026

Start Date- All positions will start 5th January 2026.

Essential Criteria

1. Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent that is approved by ACECQA.

2. Approved by ACECQA First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training

3. Safe Food Handling certificate.

4. Child Protection statement of attainment for Identify and Report to Children and Young People at Risk.

5. Previous experience working with children 0-6 years (minimum 2 years of experience).

6. Demonstrated knowledge, experience and understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulation.

7. Demonstrated experience and involvement in the National Quality Standards, including the Quality Improvement Plan.

8. Demonstrated experience in reviewing and implementing an organisation's philosophy, policies & procedures.

9. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

10. Demonstrated experience in completing observations and a planning cycle to implement the Early Years Learning Framework.

11. Proven ability to be a productive team member and maintain teamwork.

12. Working knowledge and ability to implement Work Health and Safety Standards.

Working with Children Check (WWCC)

This position has been identified as child-related under the NSW Child Protection Laws. To be eligible to apply, applicants must provide OMCC with a valid copy of their WWCC number.

How to apply

• Submit your complete application containing the documents listed below via email:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Copy of qualifications (Diploma in Early CHildhood Education and Care) and transcript recognised by ACECQA
• WWCC letter
• First Aid Certificate, including CPR, asthma and anaphylaxis.
• Food Safety/ Food Hygiene certificate or willing to obtain one.
• Child Protection Certificate (Identify and Report to Children and Young People at Risk CHCPRT025)

Closing Date- 16th November 2025

Applicants who progress to an interview will be notified via phone. For more information, please get in touch with Sam on Monday to Thursday or via email

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $33.12 – $34.13 per year

Benefits:

• Employee mentoring program
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Erskine Park NSW: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Diploma (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person