Education Child Care Childcare NSW Other location Permanent / Full Time 9/9/2026 5% above award rates plus applicable ECE Worker Retention Payments Full time with RDOs and a 3-week Christmas/New Year closure.
Supportive, community-focused centre with a strong focus on educator wellbeing Qualified Early Childhood Educator Community-based childcare centre | Full-time | Mangrove Mountain, NSW About the Opportunity Are you a qualified Early Childhood Educator who loves helping children learn, grow and explore the world around them?
CCGT is recruiting on behalf of Mountain Community Children's Centre, a warm and welcoming community-based Early Childhood Education and Care Centre located in beautiful Mangrove Mountain, in the Central Coast hinterland.
For 43 years, the centre has supported children aged 0 to 5 years and their families across Mangrove Mountain and surrounding communities.
With a relaxed rural setting, a dedicated team and a strong community feel, this is a great opportunity to join a workplace where children, families and educators are genuinely valued.
This is a full-time role, working 38 hours per week with Rostered Days Off (RDOs).
What You'll Be Doing As an Early Childhood Educator, you will help create a safe, fun and nurturing environment where children feel supported to play, learn and develop.
Your day may include: Supporting children aged 0 to 5 years with their learning and development Creating engaging play-based learning experiences Building positive relationships with children, families and educators Supporting daily routines, including meals, rest time, transitions and outdoor play Encouraging children's curiosity, confidence and independence Contributing to observations, documentation and learning programs Helping maintain a safe,



inclusive and child-focused environment Participating in centre and community events Working as part of a supportive and experienced educator team What We're Looking For We are looking for someone who is passionate about early childhood education and enjoys being part of a team.
To be considered, you will need: Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care Minimum 2 years' experience working as an Educator Current HLTAID012 Education and Care First Aid, with at least 12 months before expiry Current Working With Children Check Criminal History Check Knowledge of Child Safe Standards, Child Protection and Child Safe Code of Conduct Sound understanding of the NQF, EYLF, National Law and National Regulations Confidence using Microsoft programs such as Word and PowerPoint A positive attitude and willingness to show initiative Ability to work collaboratively with children, families and the educator team Driver's licence and own transport, recommended due to the centre's location and limited public transport Experience in any education setting will be considered.
What You'll Gain This role offers the chance to be part of a long-standing, not-for-profit community centre where all profits go back into the centre for the children.
You will receive: Full-time employment with RDOs Children's Services Award conditions, CSE Level 3, 4 or 5 depending on qualification level 5% above award rates Federal Government ECE Worker Retention Payments, where applicable A supportive and experienced team environment A relaxed rural workplace setting Opportunities to be involved in centre and community events Centre closure for 3 weeks over Christmas and New Year Optional vaccinations A workplace that supports educator wellbeing Hours are worked on a rotating monthly roster.
Shifts are 8 hours per day and will start no earlier than 7:20am and finish no later than 5:40pm .
How to Apply Click APPLY NOW and upload your resume.
Please include a brief cover letter outlining your experience, qualifications and why you would like to join Mountain Community Children's Centre.
Questions?
Contact Brooke on ************ or ****** Applications close: 5:00pm 9 October – applications are being reviewed as they come in, and job may be filled before closing date.

📌 Qualified Early Childhood Educator (New South Wales)
🏢 Central Coast Group Training
📍 New South Wales