Educator | Wollongong

2 weeks ago

Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia The Grove Academy - Early Education Centres Full time

Join Our Team as an Educator at The Grove Academy Wollongong

About the Organisation

At The Grove Academy, we're all about creating inspiring, nurturing environments for children and educators. With campuses across NSW, we're renowned for our innovative approach to early childhood education, including our unique Grove Flourish program and Mama Bear initiatives. People love working with us because of our supportive culture, strong values, and commitment to making every day meaningful.

Our Grove Values

At The Grove Academy, we live by our values. They shape everything we do and the way we work together. We're looking for educators who naturally embody these too:

Be Passionate – bring heart, energy, and pride to everything you do.

Have Fun – create joyful, laughter-filled days for children and your team

Value Teamwork – support, share, and celebrate each other's wins.

Learn & Grow – stay curious and open to learning something new every day.

Be Proud – take pride in your work, your impact, and your growth.

Better Together – because the magic really happens when we work as one.

Benefits

We value our team and offer amazing incentives, including:

  • Worker Retention Payment, offering a 15% pay increaseover the next two years
  • $2,000 Refer-a-Friend Bonus for helping grow our Grove family (exclusions apply)
  • 50% off childcare fees for your little ones
  • Annual Employee Wellbeing Day for some much-needed self-care
  • Career growth opportunities with our ongoing company expansion
  • A supportive team culture with regular celebrations, fundraising events, and Grove Recognition Awards

About the Role

As an Educator at The Grove Academy, you'll play a key role in creating a fun, enriching, and safe environment for children to thrive. You'll collaborate with a passionate team and contribute to the implementation of exciting programs that inspire curiosity and learning.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Delivering fun, engaging and milestone aligned learning experiences
  • Building positive relationships with children, families, and your team
  • Maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment
  • Supporting children's growth through observation and documentation
  • Contributing to a culture of collaboration and fun

Skills & Experience

We're looking for someone who embodies passion and enthusiasm. To thrive in this role, you'll need:

  • Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
  • Strong knowledge of the EYLF and NQS
  • Great communication and teamwork skills
  • Dedication to providing quality care and fostering children's learning
  • A positive attitude and love for creating memorable experiences

How to Apply

Click APPLY or give us a call on for a friendly, confidential chat.

Once you apply, we'll be in touch to explore your application and get to know you better – because keeping you in the loop is just how we do things. You'll hear from us either way

Keen to learn more? Visit and take a peek into life at The Grove.

Join us in making a difference in children's lives while having fun, celebrating milestones, and building a career you'll love

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