• Permanent Full-time – 35 hours per week
• Salary: $65,572 - $75,408 p.a. plus Allowances and Superannuation
• Flexible working conditions, family friendly policies and other great employee benefits

Waverley is a diverse and innovative Council located in the heart of Sydney's Eastern Suburbs. With a broad range of services, programs and initiatives, Waverley is one of the leading local government areas in NSW. Taking in some of Sydney's most beautiful beaches including the world famous Bondi Beach and encompassing part of Sydney's global economic corridor at Bondi Junction, Waverley Council is an amazing place to broaden your career.

Our early childhood services are community focused and well established. Since the 1970s, Council has had a strong and unique involvement in services for children and families. Council runs high quality services including four Early Education Centres, a Family Day Care Service, and a Family Support Program. 

Waverley Council is currently looking for an Early Childhood Educator to join our team at one of our four Early Education Centres.

The position will involve:

• Collaboration and teamwork to deliver a high-quality education program for children 0-5 years.
• Advocate for the rights of children to support inclusive practices and their voice.
• Compliance with regulatory requirements and to follow policies and procedures, including having a good understanding of child protection guidelines and child safe standards
• Communication skills that support building relationships with children, families, and team members.
• Demonstrated familiarity and strong commitment to the National Quality Framework and Early Years Learning Framework.

The ideal applicant will be a dedicated professional, who is enthusiastic and reliable, willing to learn and grow in a well-supported environment.

You will have:

• Diploma qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• NSW Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid, CPR and Child Protection qualification.
• Australian residency or citizenship or working permit.

• Two doses of approved COVID-19 vaccination, with the willingness to comply with additional health requirements (including booster vaccination).

Child Safe Policy

We fully support the aims and objectives of the NSW Office of Children’s Guardian and Child Protections legislation. We will implement necessary practices to ensure a safe and supported Council environment for children and young people. All staff, volunteers and contractors welcome child safe and child friendly practices

Please refer to the position description for detailed information on the position and required skills and experience. For more information contact Shireen Zein on 0403848458.

Waverley Council is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all candidates. We encourage applications from people from diverse groups, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people; people from culturally diverse backgrounds; young people; older workers; people with disabilities; LGBTQIA+; and other minority groups. If you require accommodations or assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Human Resources team at [email protected] using the subject line: Early Childhood Educator enquiry via EthicalJobs.