Senior Early Childhood Educator

2 x Senior Early Childhood Educators (Diploma Qualified) - Permanent full-time.

1 x Senior Early Childhood Educator (Diploma Qualified) – Fixed Term full-time until July 2026.

The Town of Bassendean is a small local government that sits along the Derbarl Yerrigan on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people. We employ around 150 staff in diverse teams of dedicated people who are committed to delivering a wide range of services to our community. The Town maintains strong connections to our residents and drives positive change. We strive to build a strong, liveable community for now and for the future. Although we are small in size, we are big in heart, connectedness and collaboration.

About the team

The Town's Children's Services operates two quality early childhood Centres; Wind in the Willows. Wind in the Willows are places where childhood is cherished, and children have a right to be heard. The dynamic and highly qualified team work respectfully and cohesively in the best interest of the children and the community.

About the roles

If you are a nurturing, highly skilled and dedicated early childhood professional then we would love to hear from you. A Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care qualification is essential. A valid Working with Children Check and Police Clearance is also required prior to commencement. Any additional skills, talents and interests such as music, dance or drama would also be desirable.

All Town of Bassendean staff demonstrate our corporate values of community, respect, connection, adaptability and accountability.

About you

The successful candidate will hold:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (essential)
• Working with Children Check from Department for Child Protection & Family Support.

Salary and Benefits

The permanent opportunity attracts a salary of $71,275.42 per annum – ($36.07 per hour)

The Town also offers up to 4% additional superannuation (conditions apply), 17.5% leave loading, free parking, ongoing training and professional development, and up to two additional leave days per calendar year.

Working Hours

Working hours are from Monday to Friday. Our staff work on a rotating roster of the Centre's operational hours, 7am to 6pm.

The Town of Bassendean supports employees having access to flexible working arrangements to help them manage work and life responsibilities. As flexibility means different things to different people, the Town has a range of flexibility options that may be negotiated.

Would you like to know more?

For position related queries please contact Nicole Namour, Manager Children's Services on

How to Apply

Please include a cover letter and resume, outlining your suitability for the role in relation to the information in this ad.

Applications close 12:00pm, Friday 17 October 2025.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as interviews may commence prior to the closing date and the Town reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

Cameron Woods

Chief Executive Officer

The Town of Bassendean is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a safe and inclusive workplace that is reflective of our diverse society. We are one team – collectively our differences strengthen our organisation and deliver great local government to our community. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS CAN ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.