Who we are
The NSW Early Learning Commission (Commission), established as the independent regulator for early childhood education and care (ECEC) in New South Wales on 1 December ****, is responsible for regulating more than 6,000 ECEC services across the state.
Job Description
Our role is to ensure services meet high standards of safety, quality, and compliance through ongoing assessment, monitoring and enforcement.
The Commission places children at the centre of all decision‐making, working to ensure they are safe, respected, and supported to thrive in high‐quality early learning environments that promote their development, wellbeing, and lifelong learning. We also drive continuous improvement across the sector through evidence‐informed regulation and reform to strengthen community confidence in ECEC services.
The Commission respects and values Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Peoples of Australia.
Positions & Salary
Multiple full time opportunities, ongoing and temporary with a potential end date of 30 June ****. These positions are within a supportive and high performing team dedicated to ensuring high quality and safety of ECEC services across NSW
Current vacancies exist across Metro Sydney and Greater Sydney
A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process to fill anticipated vacancies over the next 18 months.
Clerk Grade 7/8, salary range from $116,981 to $129,492 per annum plus superannuation and annual leave loading
About The Role
Senior Field Officers draw on their expertise and team-oriented skills to ensure continuous quality uplift and compliance of the ECEC services so they can deliver the best outcomes for children. Working as a Senior Field Officer is rewarding, challenging and impactful – offering the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families.
This role is a key part of the NSW Early Learning Commission's critical frontline. By working closely with other team members, external stakeholders, and the broader community, you will contribute to shaping a sector that supports the best outcomes for children attending early learning services. The team operates within a collaborative and supportive environment,



united by a shared commitment to excellence and regulatory compliance.
Role Responsibilities Include
undertaking assessment and rating against the seven quality areas of the National Quality Standards
conducting monitoring and compliance checks, and recommending regulatory actions to address non‐compliance
investigation complex complaints and incidents through site visits and evidence gathering
building strong relationships with stakeholders to promote sector improvement and quality uplift
regularly travel to ECEC services to conduct visits. Depending on business needs and officer location, this may involve travel across metropolitan Sydney or regional areas requiring overnight stays.
To learn more about the role of an Authorised Officer, please visit the Authorised Officer webpage, review the Authorised Officer fact sheet and download the role description.
About You
Experience in the ECEC sector across one or more ECEC service types, including implementation of ECEC pedagogy and programs
Confident in interpreting and applying legislative requirements
Knowledgeable in early childhood education and care best practice frameworks
Skilled in conducting quality assessments, identifying risks, and preparing evidence-based reports
Experienced in managing stakeholder relationships and communicating clearly, with excellent verbal and written communication skills, including accurate record keeping
Ability to undertake regular short‐term travel to meet business needs and flexibility to work at varied hours within the bandwidth
Self‐motivated, organised and able to work autonomously
Confident using technology and IT systems
Applicants will be required to declare and provide details of any investigation(s) that they have been subject to, at any time, either personally as an employee of an Early Childhood Education and Care Service or as a Responsible Person.




Essential Requirements Of The Role
A valid Working with Children Check clearance for paid employment
A valid driver license, as driving is an essential requirement of this role
A degree or diploma in a relevant discipline, for example, a Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Education, Diploma of Early Education and Care, or another early childhood education qualification
Benefits
Flexible working arrangements
35 hour working week
Competitive pay/remuneration, salary sacrificing, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
Flex leave entitlements, holidays & leave conditions
Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Commission to support your career growth
Note
The selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre‐employment screening for this role, including a National Criminal History Check.
This is a child‐related role. As a condition of employment, you must provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number for paid employment. For more information, please visit the Office of the Children's Guardian website.
Closing date
Monday 10 August **** at 11:59pm.
Contact
For role enquiries please contact Linda Ball, A/State Operations Manager via ****** or ************.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the
Diversity and Inclusion Team
(
******
) or visit
NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion
.
Recruitment Pool
A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.
#J-*****-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Field Officer - Talent Pool (Sydney)
🏢 the original
📍 Sydney