We are looking for a resourceful Early Childhood Educator to join our stellar team at ECTARC Early Childhood Education Services & Training in New South Wales.
Growing your career as a Full Time Early Childhood Educator is an awesome opportunity to develop productive skills.
If you are strong in presentation, communication and have the right mindset for the job, then apply for the position of Early Childhood Educator at ECTARC Early Childhood Education Services & Training today!

Early Childhood Educator

Early Childhood Educator
Position Number: 13/23
Permanent Full time - 38 hours per week
ECTARC The Basin Education and Care Service

About the Service

ECTARC The Basin is a 40-place multifunction service offering both preschool and long day care programs for children from 2 years to school age.

We promote and provide daily opportunities for children to learn through play, to explore, be creative, investigate, problem solve, practise skills and be challenged. We believe strongly in building genuine relationships with families as the most important step in teaching any child. We promote and respect all cultures and family groups. Located in Yuin nation, we have a strong Aboriginal culture focus.

Our indoor and outdoor environments promote opportunities to explore, be creative, investigate and be challenged. A relaxed atmosphere both indoor and outdoor allows children to feel safe, secure and valued. Our daily routine provides vast opportunities for indoor and outdoor play with three group times a day that cover literacy, maths, science, fine motor skills.

We have a strong connection with Sanctuary Point school. Our children participate in transition to school visits to give children an effective transition from early childhood education to school education and familiarise children with the classrooms and the school environment.

We are an Early Start Centre, linked with Wollongong University, who provide our educators with up-to-date professional development and the latest research regarding early childhood education

About the Role





ECTARC The Basin is seeking an experienced educator who holds aDiploma of Early Childhood Education and Care to work as part of a passionate and capable team committed to enriching the futures of young children. In collaboration with others, you will plan and implement high-quality educational, innovative, and inclusive programs, whilst also establishing relationships with families to ensure best outcomes for young children.

An educator’s role is very rewarding, providing children with the best possible start for lifelong

learning. You will be working with a dedicated team, families, and the local school and community, including a range of external stakeholders to provide optimum education and care outcomes for young children.

At ECTARC you will have access to professional development, networks, coaching and mentoring to support you grow professionally and lead to further career opportunities.

Originally known as Illawarra Area Child Care (IACC) our organisation was incorporated in October 1985 and have a proud history of providing optimum education and training services.

ECTARC is proudly a not-for-profit organisation, that successfully manages education and care services in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven. Our specialist early childhood knowledge, extensive experience and commitment to early education and care for children is why we are a respected leader in the sector. We live by our vision of enriching the futures for the children, families, students, and our communities.

We have a professional, experienced leadership team at our head office who support and resource our ECTARC services to strengthen quality learning and education programs. ECTARC is committed to providing optimum work environments for staff with ongoing professional development opportunities.

ECTARC is committed to being a child safe organisation.



We understand that the safety and wellbeing of all children is paramount, we aim to provide environments where all children feel safe and are safe. ECTARC has policies and systems to protect children, and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously.

Essential Criteria:

- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent
- A Working with Children Check clearance number
- Current approved first aid qualification for early education and care HLTAID004
- Completed an approved child protection Statement of Attainment
- Experience working in early childhood services
- Demonstrated ability to undertake the role of Responsible Person on Duty
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Demonstrated
- knowledge and experience of current early childhood theories and practice & children’s services legislation
- Demonstrated high level of ethical and professional behaviour, including collaboration and confidentiality
- A commitment to practicing ECTARC values every day.
- Strong commitment to you own qualified learning.

Desirable Criteria:

ECTARC strongly encourages all employees who can safely be vaccinated to remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, as recommended by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI).

Next Steps

At ECTARC we pay highly competitive salaries above the award rate in accordance with the policies and procedures of ECTARC.

We have a comprehensive induction process and a dedicated wellbeing program to support you and your family.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment screening and probity checks.

ECTARC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background to apply for this position.

If you have any questions in regards to this position please call ECTARC on View phone number on childcarejobs.com.au or email View email address on childcarejobs.com.au.

Closing Date: 26/04/23

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