Early Childhood Teacher

1 day ago

Scone New South Wales, Australia Upper Hunter Shire Council Full time $43,000 - $93,000 per year

Early Childhood TeacherUpper Hunter Early Learning Centre - Scone

Temporary Full-Time (35 hours per week) – 12 months The role:

Working alongside the Centre Coordinator, the Early Childhood Teacher will be responsible for the development and implementation of the curriculum and day to day operation of the preschool aged group. As an Early Childhood Teacher, you will be an active team member providing high quality early childhood education and care to children at the Upper Hunter Early Learning Centre. What's on offer:

As a valued member of our team, you will receive the following benefits:

  • $ $ % super and the opportunity for salary progression
  • Generous leave provisions and professional development opportunities
  • On the job training by a well-established, values driven and supportive team
  • Work-life balance working Monday to Friday (no weekend work)
  • An opportunity to make a difference to the next generation. What we need from you:

All applicants must possess current approved degree qualifications in Education (Early Childhood) or equivalent and a current certificate of accreditation with NESA. Demonstrated understanding of development practices for children 0 – 6 years and working knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework is also required. About us:

Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliver quality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference and add value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by the values of the organisation and staff, which are being honest, open and accountable, having mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.

Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter, our shire encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen and Scone. All great places to live and work, come and see for yourself

Closing Date: Wednesday 29th October 2025

Job Description: To view the Job Description for this position please click here

Enquiries and Further Information:

Give Shannon Moore, ELC Coordinator, a call on or e-mail to discuss this opportunity. How to Apply:

All applications are to be submitted and the key selection criteria addressed online by the closing date by clicking "Apply for this job" or through Council's website – We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via or to discuss.

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