WHO WE ARE

St Joseph’s Family Services (SJFS) has a long history of providing inclusive and responsive early education and care services to the Port Macquarie Hastings community. Our values-driven organisation has supported countless children and families over more than 50 years to grow, develop and thrive as lifelong learners. Our reputation stands on the contributions of our passionate and dedicated team. We focus on child-centred practices, critical reflection and ongoing professional development. Our workplace is more than just a place of employment, it’s where we belong and become.

As an Early Childhood Educator, you will be an integral part of our team contributing to providing a safe, enriching, and caring environment in our centres for children, their families, and your colleagues.

When you join us, you know you are making a difference to the lives of people we care for and their families.

As a part of the Parish, SJFS receives wonderful support and resources from the wider Parish business structures, which adds to our enjoyable and supportive work environments.

We are fortunate to have three centres who collaborate, share resources, and support each other in our valuable work with children and families.

ABOUT THE ROLE

St Joseph’s Family Services are seeking Certificate III or Diploma qualified Early Childhood Educators to join our dedicated and supportive teams at St Joseph’s Preschool and Long Day Care – Full Time, Permanent, 76 hours per fortnight, Monday – Friday.

When you work at SJFS, you work as part of a passionate team of educators working in partnership, providing high quality care and education together with the Service Manager, staff team,



families and the broader community of the St Agnes’ Catholic Parish services.

At SJFS our team of educators each contribute to providing a safe, enriching and caring workplace for children and their families. We work collaboratively to create stimulating, educational and inclusive environments where children love to come to learn through play and educators equally enjoy their partnerships with colleagues, children and families. Educators also enjoy many and varied professional development opportunities working with SJFS.

WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES

- Attractive remuneration of $34.68 – $39.51 per hour + Super

- We have applied for the Wage Retention Grant for our team

- Childcare discount & salary packaging available for childcare fee

- Working for a reputable, longstanding, values-based organisation

- A commitment to providing a responsive and supportive work environment

- Above Award conditions

- An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family

- As a corporate partner of Westpac, employees will have access to special

- offers, discounts and financial information.

- You will have access to great employee perks including BENY, Fitness

- Passport & discounted Allied health services, I.E Remedial massage,

- Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology etc

- Paid professional learning and development and study assistance for

- approved courses





- PAID OVERTIME for staff meetings to show our appreciation!

- A friendly, nurturing environment

- Generous employee referral program

- 2 weeks Christmas shut down – Guaranteed time off with your family!

WHO YOU ARE

- Studying or hold a Certificate III or Diploma

- Current Geckko (or willing to obtain)

- NSW Working with Children Check clearance or the ability to obtain

- Robust written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

- Demonstrated ability to develop effective working relationships with staff and families

- Demonstrated commitment to providing quality early education and care

- Current First aid qualifications including asthma, anaphylaxis and CPR (or willing to obtain)

- Current Child Protection training (or willing to obtain / update)

- You are committed to work in harmony with Catholic Values and Principle

- Ability to work effectively within a team

- Be prepared to work across the weekdays between 07:10 - 17:40

HOW TO APPLY

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For further information about the role, please contact Paige Bazeley, Recruitment Specialist - PH: 02 •••• •444.

The Parish is committed to being a safe place for children and vulnerable people. Preferred candidates will be required to undergo employment screening. This includes a criminal history check and referencing for all employees and any additional checks depending on the role.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 16th October 2027

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early should a suitable candidate be identified.

Please apply immediately if interested. Applications will be actioned upon submission.

📌 Early Childhood Educator | St Joseph’s Preschool and Long Day Care (Port Macquarie)
🏢 St Agnes' Catholic Parish
📍 Port Macquarie