Thornton North Early Learning Centre – Thornton NSW

LEAD, INSPIRE & REDISCOVER THE JOY OF EARLY CHILDHOOD

Early Childhood Teacher & Diploma Educators Wanted

Full-time Opportunities Available

Let's be honest...

You didn't choose Early Childhood to spend your days chasing paperwork, drowning in admin or feeling like you're carrying the weight of the service on your own.

You chose it because you love watching children discover the world. You love building relationships. You love those magical moments when a child's confidence shines because you were there.

So did we.

That's why we've built a centre where leadership is shared, support is real, and educators are encouraged to spend more time where they belong...with children.

Before You Apply... A Few Things You Should Know

You must understand that every child's masterpiece deserves to be admired...even if it's mostly glue.

You must be prepared to have your name called approximately 487 times before lunch.

You must believe that puddles are learning opportunities, sticks are valuable resources and cardboard boxes have endless possibilities.

You must appreciate that the best teaching often happens on the floor, in the sandpit or during an unexpected conversation about snails.

You must know that the paperwork matters...but the relationships matter more.

Most importantly, you must enjoy being part of a team that genuinely supports one another.

About Our Centre

We're a purpose-built, Child Safe service designed with both children and educators in mind.

Every space has been thoughtfully created to support quality practice, collaboration and wellbeing. From dedicated programming and study areas to separate administration,



family meeting and staff retreat spaces, we've made sure there's room to connect, recharge and focus.

Our smaller learning environments allow educators to build genuine relationships while creating calm, engaging spaces where children can thrive.

We believe great centres aren't built by one person—they're built by great teams.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for passionate Early Childhood Teachers and Diploma Educators who have:

- Early Childhood Teaching Degree (or ACECQA approved equivalent) or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
- A passion for child-led, play-based learning
- Strong knowledge of the EYLF and National Quality Framework
- A collaborative approach and willingness to share ideas, responsibilities and successes
- A commitment to continuous learning and professional growth
- The ability to build meaningful relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Two professional references and the ability to complete a NSW Police Check

What You'll Be Doing

- As part of our leadership team you'll:
- Lead quality educational practice within your room and across the service.
- Mentor, inspire and support fellow educators.
- Create engaging, play-based learning experiences that spark curiosity and wonder.
- Build nurturing,



responsive relationships with children and families.
- Collaborate with allied professionals to achieve the best outcomes for children.
- Contribute to quality improvement projects and help shape the future of our service.
- Continue developing your own leadership skills with ongoing coaching and career development.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

- Above Award Wages (Workplace Relations Program)
- Ability to opt in for hours that inculde a Monthly Rostered Day Off
- Birthday Leave
- Christmas Closure "Trade Back" for greater work-life balance
- Dedicated non-contact programming, planning and professional development time
- Independent lunch and release cover in every room
- Purpose-built facilities designed for educators as well as children
- Additional support from a dedicated Educational Leader and leadership team
- Small learning environments grouped by children's age and stage
- Discounted childcare for educators' children
- Paid First Aid, CPR and ongoing professional learning (including NESA hours where applicable)
- Genuine opportunities for career progression and leadership development

We're Looking For Someone Who...

Brings positivity, professionalism and kindness to every day.

Believes children deserve educators who are present, engaged and curious alongside them.

Values teamwork over hierarchy.

Sees challenges as opportunities to learn.

Enjoys celebrating the little wins just as much as the big ones.

Knows that making a difference doesn't always happen during planned experiences—sometimes it's simply sitting beside a child who needs you.

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📌 Lead Educator ECT/DIPLOMA (New South Wales)
🏢 Thornton North Early Learning Centre
📍 New South Wales