Join Our Team as an Early Childhood Teacher at The Grove Academy Dapto
About The Grove Academy
At The Grove Academy, we're all about creating inspiring, nurturing environments for children and educators.
With campuses across New South Wales, we're known for our innovative approach to early childhood education and a culture that genuinely supports our people.
People love working with us because of our strong values, collaborative team environment, and commitment to making every day meaningful.
The safety and wellbeing of children is our highest priority and the paramount consideration in all decision-making.
We are committed to creating child-safe environments where children feel secure, respected, and supported.
All team members are expected to uphold our child-protected practices and contribute to a culture of care, accountability, and protection.
We are committed to being a Child Safe Organisation, embedding child-safe practices across everything we do and maintaining zero tolerance for child abuse or harm.
Life at The Grove (Our Values & Perks)
Be Passionate– bring heart, energy, and pride to everything you do
Have Fun– create joyful, laughter-filled days for children and your team
Value Teamwork– support, share, and celebrate each other's wins
Learn & Grow– stay curious and open to learning something new every day
Be Proud– take pride in your work, your impact, and your growth
Better Together– because the magic really happens when we work as one
And because we truly value our team, you'll also enjoy:
$1,000 Refer-a-Friend Bonus (exclusions apply)
50% off childcare fees for your little ones
Annual Employee Wellbeing Day for some much-needed self-care
Access to exclusive discounts on over 3,300+ health, fitness and wellbeing brands with Wherefit
Career growth opportunities as we continue to expand
A supportive, fun culture with regular celebrations, fundraising events, and Grove Recognition Awards.




About the Role
As an Early Childhood Teacher at The Grove Academy, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping young minds and inspiring both children and your team.
You'll bring your teaching expertise to life through creative and meaningful programs that foster children's growth and development in a safe and engaging environment.
Key responsibilities
Implementing innovative, fun and milestone aligned teaching practices
Mentoring and guiding educators in their professional growth
Building strong, positive relationships with children, families, and your team
Maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for children to thrive
Supporting children's development through observation, documentation, and reflection
Ensuring the safety, health and wellbeing of all children is prioritised at all times
Actively supervising children and maintaining awareness of risks in the environment
Reporting any concerns or incidents in line with service policies and procedures
Skills & Experience
We're looking for someone who is passionate, driven, and ready to lead by example.
To excel in this role, you'll need:
A Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or working towards one)
Strong understanding of the EYLF, NQS, and child development
Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
A positive attitude and a love for creating meaningful learning experiences
Strong understanding of child protection responsibilities and mandatory reporting
Ability to identify and respond to risks to children's safety
Completed the Foundations of Child Safety training (or willing to complete prior to commencement).
Successful applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC)
Keen to learn more?
Visittga.edu.auand take a peek into life at The Grove.
Join us in making a difference in children's lives while having fun, celebrating milestones, and building a career you'll love!
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📌 Early Childhood Teacher | Dapto (Wollongong)
🏢 The Grove Academy
📍 Wollongong