Early Childhood Teacher

Job ad reference: OAC/OAC/ Location Eynesbury Attachments No File Attached Advertisement Open Date 16-Sep-2026 Advertisement Closing Date 07-Oct-2026

About this role

Early Childhood Teacher - Only About Children Eynesbury

We'relooking for a thoughtful,passionateand child-centred Early Childhood Teacher to join our team at Only About Children Eynesbury.

This is an opportunity to bring your teaching practice to a campus where children's curiosity is valued, relationships are central and school readiness is supported through meaningful, play-based learning.

As an Early Childhood Teacher, yourexpertiseshapes how children think, communicate,connectand prepare for their next step. The way you plan, teach,reflectand partner with families helps children feel capable,confidentand excited to learn. With us,you'llsee your impact in children's school readiness, educatorgrowthand the learning culture you help create.

About the role

As an Early Childhood Teacher,you'lllead high-level educational practice and learning within your room,planningand delivering curriculum, documenting children's progress, partnering withfamiliesand mentoring educators. This is a classroom-anchored teaching role informed by the EYLF, the National Quality Framework and OAC's Grow Curriculum.

What you'll do

- Lead a high-quality early learning program that supports children's confidence,wellbeingand development.

- Plan,documentand evaluate learning using the assessment and planning cycle.

- Use professional teacher judgement to design curriculum informed by child development,frameworksand evidence of learning.

- Support school readiness through oral language, social-emotional skills,problem-solvingand meaningful group learning.

- Mentor educators in intentional teaching, documentation, reflectivepracticeand inclusive learning.

- Partner with families to support each child's learning, wellbeing,cultureand individual needs.

- Contribute to QIP, self-assessment, teammeetingsand campus-wide educational improvement.

What you'll bring





- Approved Early Childhood Teaching qualification from a recognised university or ACECQA-approved equivalent.

- VIT Teacher registration

- Minimum threeyears'demonstrated experience in an early childhood setting.

- Strong working knowledge of the EYLF, NQF, child development, statutoryregulationsand inclusive practice.

- Experience supporting,mentoringor training colleagues.
- Robust communication, documentation, criticalreflectionand relationship-building skills.

What we offer

- Above award pay and recognition , including worker retention payment, Thank You and Excellence Awards, loyalty milestones and our Refer a Friend Program.

- Professional development leave tomaintainECTproficiency , supporting your teacher registration and ongoing practice.

- Professional development from day one , including Grow Curriculum training, Nurture Inspire Program and expert-led Soundbite sessions.

- Career pathways into Educational Leader, Assistant Director, Campus Director or Support Office roles , with career advice and development support.

- Up to 50% childcare discount for eligible team members, plus paid parentalleaveand salary sacrifice options.

- Wellbeing support , including two Wellbeing Days, additional leave purchase options and 24/7 TELUS Health EAP access.
- Everyday savings through OAC Rewards , with discounts across groceries, retail and more.

Child safety and inclusion

At Only About Children, child safety is at the centre of everything we do. Wemaintaina zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm, and we are committed to creating safe,nurturingand inclusive environments where every child has a voice, feels safe, and is valued and respected.

Everyone who joins our team shares responsibility for upholding child safe practices, meeting regulatory requirements and supporting children's wellbeing. Successful candidates willbe requiredto complete all relevant working with children,backgroundand compliance checks.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds who share our commitment to child safety,inclusionand high-quality early learning.

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