Diploma Educators and Room Leader
Hackham West Children's Centre is seeking passionate and experienced Diploma Educators to join our team as we embark on an exciting new chapter.
This is a unique opportunity to work with an established team of educators and play a key role in our transition into a brand-new, purpose-built early childhood facility opening in the coming months.
Looking beyond this exciting move, our centre will become part of a new Integrated Hub in ****, working in partnership with the Department for Education, Office of Early Childhood Development and local community services to provide high-quality, integrated support for children and families.
If you are passionate about early childhood education, community engagement, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families, we would love to hear from you.
About Us
Hackham West Children's Centre is a community-focused,
not-for-profit
service committed to improving outcomes for children and families through high-quality early childhood education and care, family support programs, and strong community partnerships.
Our service offers:
60-place service
Open 50 weeks per year
A small, friendly and highly supportive staff team
Large indoor and outdoor learning environments
Above award pay rates
Above ratio educator staffing
Above award non-contact programming time
On-site staff parking
Access to professional learning and mentoring opportunities
As an integrated site, we provide:
Long Day Care
Department for Education Preschool
Family and community programs




Access to allied health services including Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy
The Opportunity
As a Diploma Educator / Room Leader, you will:
Lead and mentor a team of educators
Build strong, responsive relationships with children and families
Create engaging learning environments that reflect children's interests and strengths
Support curriculum planning and documentation aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework
Contribute to the exciting transition into our new purpose-built centre
Help shape the future of our service as we become part of an innovative Integrated Hub
Essential Requirements
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent)
Current Working With Children Check
Sound knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Framework (NQF)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work a range of shifts between 7:00am and 6:00pm
Reliability, initiative and a positive attitude.
Desirable Skills and Experience
Knowledge of Trauma-Informed Practice
Knowledge of Circle of Security
Leadership or mentoring experience
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting time to join Hackham West Children's Centre.
You will have the rare opportunity to help shape the culture, practices and learning environments of a brand-current centre while contributing to the development of a future-focused Integrated Hub designed to better support children, families and the wider community.
For further information feel free to email:
••••@schools.sa.edu.au

📌 Team Leader And Diploma Educator (South Australia)
🏢 Hackham West Children's Centre
📍 South Australia