Early Childhood Educators – Temporary, Part-Time

11 hours ago

Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia The Illawarra Grammar School Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year
  • Two positions available
  • Applications Close 9.00am Monday 1 December 2025

About the School

The Illawarra Grammar School is a co-educational Anglican School located in the Illawarra, catering for students in Preparatory to Year 12. We are part of a vibrant, diverse and engaged community, providing our students with a holistic education where they are empowered to achieve their best through inquiry based learning. You will be supported in your role by a highly experienced team of teaching and support staff, with access to state-of-the-art equipment and facilities.

The School's Mission Statement reads:

"The achievement of academic excellence in a caring environment that is founded on Christian belief and behaviour, so that students are equipped to act with wisdom, compassion and justice as faithful stewards of our world."

A demonstrated commitment to, and support of, the School's Mission and Values Statement is essential.

About the roles

The School is seeking two temporary, part-time Early Childhood Educators (Cert III) to join our TIGS Prep team in 2026.

Position 1 – Term time

  • Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 2.30pm

Position 2 – All Year Round

  • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
  • Alternating roster –  7.30am to 3.30pm (Week A)  |  9.30am to 5.30pm (Week B)

Key requirements

  • Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent (or actively working towards) – recognised by ACECQA.
  • A current First Aid Certificate (HLTAID012) with Asthma & Anaphylaxis training.
  • NSW Working with Children Check.
  • Have previous experience working in an early years education workplace

Selection criteria

Please supply a one page cover letter addressing your:

  • Relevant qualifications
  • Previous experience
  • Interest in the role

To apply

Please apply via the instructions on our website.

Download full job description here.

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