About the Role
Deliver high-quality, inclusive early childhood education and care as a Senior Educator. Plan and implement approved learning frameworks, create engaging experiences, build relationships with children and families, embrace diverse needs, and contribute to a welcoming center conveniently located near public transport.
Responsibilities
- Plan, implement, and evaluate high-quality early learning programs tailored to individual child needs.
- Deliver inclusive educational programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS).
- Observe, document, and assess children's learning and development for positive outcomes and program planning.
- Create a safe, stimulating, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.
- Build warm, respectful relationships with children and families, ensuring compliance with legislation and child-safe practices.
Requirements
- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
- Minimum of 2 years' experience working in an early childhood education setting
- Demonstrated understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework
- Demonstrated understanding of the National Quality Standards
- Working with Children Check and current Senior First Aid qualification
- Sound understanding of the development of children, their health, hygiene and nutritional needs
- Child protection training and commitment to child safety
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration
Skills
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Excellent written communication skills
- Child protection training
- Understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework
- Understanding of the National Quality Standards
- Senior First Aid qualification
Location
- 2 minutes to the Metro
- Close to Redfern Train Station
- Waterloo Centre
- Close to public transport
- Off-street all-day parking nearby
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Senior Educator
- Minimum of 2 years' experience
Education Level
- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Salary/Compensations
- Above award pay and conditions (plus WRP)
Benefits
- Above award pay and conditions (plus WRP)
- Discounted childcare fees
- Priority placement for your children
- Rostered day off per month (full-time staff)
- Generous leave entitlements, including 12 days personal / carer’s leave
- Professional training and development
- Employee Assistance Program
About the Company
- Established in 1983, our Waterloo Centre is a 44-place centre, offering early childhood education for children from birth to school age, including an Autism Specific program.
- The centre is a small, tranquil 'oasis in the city' committed to supporting children and families.
- SDN Children’s Services is a respected not-for-profit organisation with 120 years of service.
- Our purpose is to promote children’s wellbeing, learning, and development in inclusive environments, envisioning an equitable world where all children thrive.
- We pride ourselves on creating a unique village where all children, families, and staff belong.
Equal Opportunity
- SDN Children’s Services is committed to being a child-safe organisation, prioritising the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.
- Successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks including Working with Children Check (NSW) or Working with Vulnerable People (ACT).
- SDN Children's Services welcomes and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
