Early Childhood Teacher

Are you ready to take the next step in your teaching career and make a real impact in children's lives? At Mayfield Early Education Home Hill, we're on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated 2nd Early Childhood Teacher to join our close-knit team full-time.

Here, you won't just teach—you'll inspire, nurture, and help shape the next generation. Every day is different, filled with opportunities to share your creativity, build strong relationships, and guide little legends as they discover their world.

Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 per annum based on experience, registration and qualifications.

What You'll Be Doing

As our 2nd ECT, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our children—helping them grow into the very best versions of themselves. From sparking curiosity in everyday moments to building strong foundations for lifelong learning, you'll be more than a teacher—you'll be a role model, a guide, and an inspiration. Expect to plan and deliver engaging programs, foster a love of learning, and create meaningful connections with children, families, and your team. You'll be backed every step of the way with ongoing professional development, a supportive and collaborative team culture, and leadership that genuinely invests in your growth. It's a rewarding, dynamic role in an industry that makes a real difference every single day.

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• A current Early Childhood Teaching qualification (Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or equivalent)
• Current Working with Children Check / Blue Card
• First Aid, CPR, and Anaphylaxis training (or willingness to obtain)
• Current Child Protection, Safe Sleeping, Red Nose and Food Safety Certification (or willingness to obtain)
• A passion for early childhood education and commitment to providing high-quality, nurturing care.

Why Us?

At Mayfield Early Education Home Hill, you'll take part in unique, meaningful activities like cultural celebrations, excursions, incursions, and a recycling program. You'll work in our fruit and vegetable garden, creating memorable experiences for children that build life skills and community connections. Our leadership team is here to help you succeed by encouraging further studies and professional development in an environment that values collaboration, inclusivity, and a balanced approach to professional and personal growth.

What's on Offer

We look after the people who care for our little legends. When you join our team, you'll enjoy:

• Generous childcare discounts for your own little ones at any Mayfield Centre
• Career development opportunities, including a monthly leadership series and clear career pathways
• Professional development (yes, including overseas study tour opportunities)
• Nationally recognised traineeships through KKTC (backed by TAFE) – Cert III, Diploma, Bachelor, and even Management-level qualifications in ECEC
• Above Award rates – your skills and dedication deserve recognition
• 10% wage uplift through the Educator Retention Grant
• Relocation assistance of up to $5,000 – making your big move stress-free
• Staff referral bonuses – because great people attract more great people
• Reward & recognition programs – because we see you, value you, and want you to feel it
• Wellbeing support – access to 24/7 confidential medical, safety & wellbeing assistance for you and your family through our partnership with Sonder

Ready to take the leap? Apply today and join an incredible team, in a rewarding industry, where every day you'll make a difference and build a career you can be proud of.

Mayfield Early Education, including it's Board, Management, Employees and Volunteers are committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children. Our organisation has zero tolerance for child abuse and neglect.  We strongly uphold our child safety policies & procedures, and we actively work to create a child-safe environment. As part of our commitment, all successful applicants will be subject to comprehensive background checks, including reference checks, Working with Children Check (WWCC), child protection training and other relevant screening as required. We expect all staff to uphold our values of respect, inclusion, and child protection always.

Mayfield Childcare Limited celebrates diversity in all its forms and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for every team member. We welcome applicants of all genders, orientations, races, and backgrounds, believing that the more diverse our team, the more we can teach the next generation about respect, equality, and fairness. Join us in shaping a brighter, more inclusive future for all.

Mayfield Childcare Limited acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land – the Wurundjeri people, and pay our respects to their Elders, both past and present.