Early Childhood Educator Diploma

2 weeks ago

Sutherland Shire, Australia Sutherland Shire Council Full time $80,252 - $8,463,690 per year

Sutherland Shire Council is seeking Diploma Educators to join our Early Education & Child Protection team. In this role, you will provide compassionate, high-quality education and care for children from birth to six years, supporting their wellbeing and learning every day.

You'll be hands-on, engaging with and supervising children, assisting with daily routines and maintaining a safe, clean environment. You'll contribute to engaging, play-based educational programs tailored to each child's interests and development, while working closely with families and the team.

What You'll Do
  • Plan, implement, and evaluate high-quality, play-based learning programs for children aged 0–6.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and inclusive learning environment that promotes curiosity and engagement.
  • Act as the Responsible Person when required, providing guidance and support to other team members.
  • Contribute to ongoing quality improvement and centre operations.
What You'll Bring
  • Diploma in Education and Care.
  • Current First Aid qualification (HLTAID012).
  • NSW Working with Children Check.
  • Current Child Protection Training (CHCPRT025).
  • A solid understanding of the NQF, including EYLF, NQS and relevant legislation.
  • Strong teamwork and leadership skills when acting as the Responsible Person.

Join our Team and Grow with Us

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council

  • Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit
  • Get your application in by 11.59pm: Wednesday 15th October 2025.
  • Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of job ad closing.
  • Hourly Rate: $ $42.98 per hour plus 12% superannuation.
  • Package: $80,252 - $84,936.70 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation.
  • Hours of work: Full time role and multiple part-time positions are available. Applicants must be available to work a range of shifts between the hours of 6:00am - 7:00pm to support the operational requirements of the centres.
  • To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Jessica Chappell, Business Administration Supervisor, for any job specific enquiries.

The Talent Acquisition Team can assist with any recruitment related enquiries

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government's Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.

About Us

If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you Join a passionate and dedicated team covering a diversity of services, industries and occupations.

At Sutherland Shire Council we do more than serve our community – we are our community. Our energy can be seen in everything we do. From having a can-do attitude, to embracing change and opportunities, being people-centred and working together as one.

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