Early Childhood Educator

4 days ago

Blue Mountains Municipality, Australia Bathurst Regional Council Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

*About the role*

Bathurst Regional Council is seeking an Early Childhood Educator - Room Leader within the Children's Services section. The successful applicant will be experienced, self-motivated and passionate about the education and care of young children.

The Room Leader is responsible for room management, including children, program, safety and environment in consultation with the Child Care Coordinator. It is a full-time maximum term position.

The successful applicant will have qualifications and experience in the early childhood industry as well as experience in the development and delivery of early childhood programs and practices.

The position will lead a team of professionals responsible for, child health and safety, education and planning and enriching children's lives through play- based learning.

Key Requirements

  • ACECQA approved early childhood diploma qualification, or equivalent.

  • A working knowledge of Early Years Learning Framework and ability to develop and implement a high-quality educational program.

  • A working knowledge of National Quality Standards, Education and Care Regulations and National Law.

  • Experience in a similar role in an Education and Care setting.

  • Experienced in the provision of a quality educational program for children aged 0 to 5 years of age.

  • The ability to work cooperatively and flexibly within a team environment.

  • Experience in guiding and leading a small team.
  • Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Current approved First Aid, Emergency Asthma Management and Anaphylaxis Management training.

  • Completion of an approved child protection training unit/course - CHCPRT001 or CHCPRT025.

  • Ability to take on the Role of Responsible Person when required.

  • Able to comply with the requirements of the Child Protection (Working with Children) Regulation 2013 through the provision of a Working with Children Check clearance.

This position requires a pre employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug & alcohol screen.

Salary: 1,190.10 to $1,250.24 per week, dependant on skills, qualifications and experience + Super.

Position Status: Maximum Term - Full Time

Hours of work: 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.00am to 6.00pm with a rostered day off every 4 weeks.

Application closing date: Sunday, 5 October 2025, at 11.30 pm

Contact Officer: Leanne McCurry

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.

How to Apply

To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire below. You will then be prompted to attach your resume and copies of any relevant qualifications (please note, attaching a resume is mandatory). You must have the right to live and work in Australia for the duration of this position to apply for this job.

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