Empowered Little Minds is dedicated to nurturing young learners and fostering their development through quality early childhood education. We are committed to creating protected, inclusive and engaging environments where every child can thrive and reach their full potential. Our centre values play-based learning, family engagement and the professional development of our educators.

About the role

We are seeking passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Educators to join our team at Empowered Little Minds in Elderslie, NSW. This is a full-time position offering an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young children's lives during their formative years. As an Early Childhood Educator, you will be instrumental in delivering high-quality care, education and support that promotes children's wellbeing, learning and development. You will work collaboratively with colleagues, families and the wider community to create nurturing and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

Key responsibilities

- Plan, implement and evaluate engaging, age-appropriate learning activities and experiences that support children's physical, emotional, social, cognitive and language development
- Provide direct care and support to children, including supervision, personal care routines and assistance with daily activities
- Maintain a safe, clean, healthy and inclusive environment that meets relevant regulatory standards and legislation
- Build positive relationships with children and their families, fostering two-way communication and collaboration
- Observe and assess children's development and progress, maintaining accurate records and sharing information with families and colleagues
- Support children's wellbeing and behaviour management through positive guidance and responsive practices
- Contribute to and implement centre policies and procedures, including health,



safety and risk management protocols
- Participate in professional development and engage in reflective practice to continuously improve your skills and knowledge
- Collaborate with fellow educators and staff members to create a cohesive team environment

What we're looking for

- Current Early Childhood Teacher or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care qualification, or equivalent recognised qualification
- Current Working With Children Check (WWCC) clearance or willingness to obtain one
- First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain these qualifications)
- Strong knowledge of early childhood development theories and play-based learning approaches
- Excellent communication skills with children, families and colleagues
- Demonstrated ability to create inclusive, safe and engaging learning environments
- Passion for supporting children's growth and development and commitment to quality early childhood education
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team whilst also working independently
- Understanding of and compliance with relevant legislation, including the National Quality Standard and the Early Years Learning Framework
- Experience in early childhood education settings is highly valued

What we offer

At Empowered Little Minds, we are committed to supporting our educators and fostering a positive workplace culture. We offer competitive remuneration packages commensurate with qualifications and experience. We provide ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression. We maintain a supportive and collaborative team environment where your contributions are valued and recognised. We offer flexible working arrangements where possible to support work-life balance. We are committed to the health and wellbeing of our staff through various wellbeing initiatives and a positive workplace culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

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📌 Early Childhood Educators (Elderslie)
🏢 Empowered Little Minds
📍 Elderslie