Early Childhood Educators- Certificate 111 & Diploma- Full Time/ Permanent part time & Casual positions available.

We are family owned and operated long daycare Centre with a Preschool Program. We have been providing quality care and Education in the Lismore community for 20 years.

Our service was sadly affected by the 2022 Lismore floods. In 2025 we are so excited to welcome you to our brand-new permanent service in Goonellabah~ OPEN NOW

Our team is passionate about providing quality care and Education and aim for the highest standards in Education and care.

If you have a friendly smile, a kind heart and a strong passion for caring and educating young children, we want to hear from you! taking applications now.

Positions available

- Certificate 111 & Diploma Qualified Educators~ Casual & FT/ PPT

* Weare looking for Educators for flexible shifts, between the hours of 6.30 am-5.30pm Monday-Friday

Come THRIVE With us and continue a career you LOVE!

WHY WORK FOR US?

* Above award wages for PPT employees

- Well stocked resources and monthly resources budget
- Fun but professional work culture with supportive Director, Management team & Educational Leader.
- Childcare fee staff discount available
- Flexible shifts and working arrangements
- Professional Development opportunities
- Contract cleaner
- Brand new service and amazing learning environments

Essential requirements for position:

- hold a Certificate 111 or Diploma in Children's Services or be working towards these qualifications.



If you are working towards these qualifications, please include evidence from your training provider with your resume and cover letter
- Current CPR & First Aid including Asthma & Anaphylaxis
- Valid NSW Working with Children Check
- Child Safety foundations training completed
- A clear understanding of the National Quality Standards, Regulations and Early Years Learning Framework
- Previous experience in early childhood education and care setting
- Passionate about working with young children and providing exceptional care.

Responsibilities and traits of a successful applicant include:

- Applicants should be enthusiastic about working with young children, have great communication and time management skills, be punctual, reliable and friendly.
- Provide high quality care and Education to children 0-5years
- Build and maintain robust, positive relationships with families, children and other Educators.
- Contribute to a positive child safe environment and high standard in education & care
- Contribute to professional and positive team culture and be a positive role model for others.

If this sounds like the position for you, please e-mail your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the position. Please attention to: Melaine Haigh (Centre Director) - [email protected] Taking applications now! If you have any further queries, please call Mel on [02 6622 8999](tel:02 6622 8999). Please note only interviewees will be contacted.

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