Early Childhood Educator x2

2 weeks ago

Scone New South Wales, Australia Upper Hunter Shire Council Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Early Childhood Educator x 2

(Known within Council as Children's Services Officer – Assistant)

Upper Hunter Early Learning Centre - Scone

Temporary Full Time – up to 12 months

The role:

Council is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic childcare professional to undertake the above position for a period of up to 12 months.  The successful candidate will work as part of a professional, cooperative team to provide high quality long day childcare services and education programs for children aged 0 – 6 years.

What's on offer:

$ – $ per 38 hour week + 12% super and the opportunity for salary progression

Career progression and professional development opportunities

Generous leave entitlements

Salary Sacrificing Options

A generous uniform allowance

What we need from you:

All applicants should possess a current approved qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care or working towards and current working with children check.  An understanding of appropriate developmental practices for children 0 - 6 years and working knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework is also essential.

About us:

Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliver quality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference and add value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by the values of the organisation and staff, which are being honest, open and accountable, having mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.

Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter, our shire encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen and Scone. All great places to live and work, come and see for yourself

Job Description: To view this job description please click here.

Closing Date: Thursday 23rd October 2025

Enquiries and Further Information:

Give Shannon Moore, ELC Coordinator a call on or e-mail to discuss this opportunity.

How to Apply:

All applications are to be submitted and the key selection criteria addressed online by the closing date by clicking "Apply for this job" or through Council's website –

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via or to discuss.

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